How Do You Spell DISCOVER?

Pronunciation: [dɪskˈʌvə] (IPA)

The word "discover" is spelled with the letter "c" and "v". Its phonetic transcription is /dɪˈskʌvər/. The "c" in "discover" is pronounced as "s" and the "v" is pronounced as "v". The first syllable "dis" is pronounced as "dɪs", which means negation. The second syllable "cov" is pronounced as "kʌv", which means to find. So, "discover" means to find something that was previously unknown, and its spelling reflects the sounds of the individual syllables that combine to create the word.

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DISCOVER Meaning and Definition

  1. Discover is a verb that refers to the act of finding or learning something new or previously unknown. It involves the process of uncovering, exploring, or encountering something for the first time, often leading to a realization or breakthrough. Discovering usually implies gaining knowledge, insight, or awareness about a subject, whether it be a tangible object, a hidden fact, a hidden talent, or a new area of understanding.

    This act of discovery might involve various methods such as investigation, research, experimentation, exploration, or simply stumbling upon something unexpected. It often requires a curious and open mindset as well as a willingness to explore beyond the known.

    A significant aspect of discovery is the capacity to reveal or expose what was hidden, concealed, or unrecognized. It can also involve the recognition of the importance or value of what has been discovered. Discoveries can occur on an individual level or even have massive implications for science, history, technology, or society at large.

    Discovering can take place in multiple domains such as science, art, literature, nature, history, or personal experiences. It contributes to the progression of knowledge and human understanding and can lead to new ideas, theories, inventions, or advancements. Through the act of discovery, humanity expands its horizons and constantly strives to unravel the mysteries of the world.

  2. To lay open to view; to reveal or make known; to bring to light; to find out, as by labour or research; to have the first sight of; to detect.

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

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Etymology of DISCOVER

The word "discover" originated from the Old French word "descovrir", which was derived from the Latin word "discoperire". "Discoperire" is a compound formed from the Latin prefix "dis-" (meaning "apart" or "uncover") and the verb "coperire" (meaning "to cover"). Eventually, "descovrir" in Old French evolved into "discover" in English, carrying the meaning of "finding or revealing something unknown" or "coming upon something for the first time".

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Conjugate verb Discover

CONDITIONAL PERFECT

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CONDITIONAL PERFECT PROGRESSIVE

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CONDITIONAL PRESENT

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FUTURE

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FUTURE CONTINUOUS

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IMPERATIVE

you discover
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NONFINITE VERB FORMS

to discover

PAST CONTINUOUS

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PAST PARTICIPLE

discovered

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PRESENT

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PRESENT CONTINUOUS

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PRESENT PARTICIPLE

discovering

PRESENT PERFECT

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PRESENT PERFECT CONTINUOUS

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PRESENT SUBJUNCTIVE

he/she/it discover

SIMPLE PAST

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