How Do You Spell DOODLES?

Pronunciation: [dˈuːdə͡lz] (IPA)

The word "doodles" is spelled with a double "o" after the "d," which represents the "u" sound in English. The "d" is pronounced with the voiced dental plosive sound /d/, followed by the "oo" diphthong with the vowel sound of /u/ and the glide sound of /l/. The final "s" is a voiceless alveolar fricative consonant pronounced as /s/. Altogether, the word is pronounced as /ˈduːdəlz/. "Doodles" refers to idle or aimless scribbles or drawings.

DOODLES Meaning and Definition

  1. Doodles are spontaneous and often random sketches or drawings that are made absentmindedly or without specific purpose. They are typically characterized by their simplicity, typically involving simple lines, shapes, or patterns, and are usually created while a person is engaged in a different task or activity, such as taking notes during a meeting, talking on the phone, or daydreaming.

    These idle drawings are often seen as a form of self-expression or creative outlet, allowing individuals to visually portray their thoughts, emotions, or ideas without any premeditation. Doodles can vary widely in style, size, and content, ranging from basic ink squiggles and playful images to intricate designs filled with imaginative elements.

    While doodles are often regarded as informal and casual artwork, they can also possess unique characteristics that give them personal significance. Many people find doodling to be a relaxing and meditative activity, as it can help to relieve stress, improve focus, and stimulate creativity. Moreover, these drawings can serve as visual documentation of one's unconscious mind, revealing underlying emotions or thought processes that the doodler may not even be aware of.

    In recent times, doodles have gained popularity beyond just personal sketchbooks, often appearing as decorative elements in art, fashion, and graphic design. Additionally, "Google Doodles" have become a well-known phenomenon, referring to variations of Google's logo displayed on its search engine's homepage to honor significant events, individuals, or holidays.

Common Misspellings for DOODLES

Etymology of DOODLES

The word doodles is believed to have originated in the 17th century, deriving from the German word dudeltopf or dudeldopp. Dudel means simpleton or fool, and topf or dopp refers to a noodle or simple-minded person. Over time, the term doodles emerged as a verb to describe absent-minded scribbling or drawing aimlessly. It eventually became associated with the spontaneous and whimsical drawings that many people create when bored or lost in thought, leading to the modern usage of doodles.

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Conjugate verb Doodles

CONDITIONAL

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

FUTURE

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

FUTURE PERFECT

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

PAST

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

PAST PERFECT

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

PRESENT

I doodle
we doodle
you doodle
he/she/it doodles
they doodle

PRESENT PERFECT

I have doodled
we have doodled
you have doodled
he/she/it has doodled
they have doodled
I am doodling
we are doodling
you are doodling
he/she/it is doodling
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I was doodling
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I will be doodling
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I would have doodled
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I would be doodling
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