How Do You Spell DINT?

Pronunciation: [dˈɪnt] (IPA)

The word "dint" is spelled with four letters and is pronounced /dɪnt/. The first sound is a short "i" sound, followed by a "n" sound and then a "t" sound. The final sound is a voiceless "t" sound, indicated by the small "p" symbol next to the IPA symbol for "t". This indicates that the "t" sound is not pronounced with vibration of the vocal cords. "Dint" is a noun that refers to an impression or mark made on a surface, typically by a hard or pointed object.

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DINT Meaning and Definition

  1. Dint is a noun that refers to a forceful impact or the impression left as a result of such impact. It can also describe the power or effort exerted to achieve or accomplish something. In this sense, it is often used in the phrase "by dint of" to indicate the means or method through which a particular outcome is achieved.

    The term can also be used more figuratively to describe an influence or effect, particularly in relation to a person's character or reputation. For instance, someone with a strong personality or presence may be said to have a significant dint on others.

    Additionally, dint can also function as a verb, meaning to make a dent or impression in something, typically through a forceful impact. It can be used both literally, as in denting a car with a collision, or metaphorically, as in denting someone's pride with a cutting remark.

    Overall, the concept of dint revolves around the idea of force, impact, or influence. It conveys a sense of the effort or power put into achieving something, as well as the mark or effect left behind as a result.

  2. Power exerted; effort; force; mark or cavity made by a blow; by dint of, by the force or power of.

    Etymological and pronouncing dictionary of the English language. By Stormonth, James, Phelp, P. H. Published 1874.

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Etymology of DINT

The word "dint" comes from the Old English term "dynt", which means a blow or stroke. It is believed to have originated from the Old Norse word "dyntr", which also means a stroke or blow. The word has evolved over time to its current form and has maintained a similar meaning.

Idioms with the word DINT

  • by dint of The idiom "by dint of" means to achieve or accomplish something through great effort, determination, or force. It implies that an outcome is attained by using strength, persistence, or skill.
  • by dint of something/doing something The idiom "by dint of something/doing something" means achieving or accomplishing something through strong effort, determination, or force. It implies that one has succeeded through sheer persistence and relentless work.
  • by dint of (something) The idiom "by dint of (something)" means achieving or accomplishing something through persistent effort, skill, or force. It suggests that the accomplishment is a result of hard work, determination, or a specific characteristic or ability.
  • by dint of sth The idiom "by dint of something" means achieving or accomplishing something through effort, perseverance, or the use of a particular quality or characteristic. It implies that success is attained through sheer determination, force, or the application of a specific attribute or skill.

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Conjugate verb Dint

CONDITIONAL PERFECT

I would have dinted
you would have dinted
he/she/it would have dinted
we would have dinted
they would have dinted
I would have dint
you would have dint
he/she/it would have dint
we would have dint
they would have dint

CONDITIONAL PERFECT PROGRESSIVE

I would have been dinting
you would have been dinting
he/she/it would have been dinting
we would have been dinting
they would have been dinting

CONDITIONAL PRESENT

I would dint
you would dint
he/she/it would dint
we would dint
they would dint

CONDITIONAL PRESENT PROGRESSIVE

I would be dinting
you would be dinting
he/she/it would be dinting
we would be dinting
they would be dinting

FUTURE

I will dint
you will dint
he/she/it will dint
we will dint
they will dint

FUTURE CONTINUOUS

I will be dinting
you will be dinting
he/she/it will be dinting
we will be dinting
they will be dinting

FUTURE PERFECT

I will have dinted
you will have dinted
he/she/it will have dinted
we will have dinted
they will have dinted

FUTURE PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I will have been dinting
you will have been dinting
he/she/it will have been dinting
we will have been dinting
they will have been dinting

IMPERATIVE

you dint
we let´s dint

NONFINITE VERB FORMS

to dint

PAST CONTINUOUS

I was dinting
you were dinting
he/she/it was dinting
we were dinting
they were dinting

PAST PARTICIPLE

dinted

PAST PERFECT

I had dinted
you had dinted
he/she/it had dinted
we had dinted
they had dinted

PAST PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I had been dinting
you had been dinting
he/she/it had been dinting
we had been dinting
they had been dinting

PRESENT

I dint
you dint
he/she/it dints
we dint
they dint

PRESENT CONTINUOUS

I am dinting
you are dinting
he/she/it is dinting
we are dinting
they are dinting

PRESENT PARTICIPLE

dinting

PRESENT PERFECT

I have dinted
you have dinted
he/she/it has dinted
we have dinted
they have dinted

PRESENT PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I have been dinting
you have been dinting
he/she/it has been dinting
we have been dinting
they have been dinting

PRESENT SUBJUNCTIVE

he/she/it dint

SIMPLE PAST

I dinted
you dinted
he/she/it dinted
we dinted
they dinted

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