How Do You Spell DRABBLE?

Pronunciation: [dɹˈabə͡l] (IPA)

Drabble is a verb that means to write in a non-serious or aimless way. Its spelling is pronounced as /ˈdræbəl/. The first syllable is pronounced as "drab" with a short "a" sound while the second syllable has a schwa sound. The consonant cluster "dbl" in the middle is pronounced by consecutively articulating the sounds "d", "b", and "l." The emphasis in this word is on the first syllable. This spelling can help us correctly pronounce the word and understand its meaning.

DRABBLE Meaning and Definition

1. A drabble is a genre of short fiction, typically consisting of exactly 100 words, although the word count may vary slightly. Derived from the verb "to drabble," which means to waste time in trivial or nonsensical activities, drabbles are short, self-contained narratives that often capture a singular moment or convey a concise story. Due to their concise nature, drabbles are often recognized for their ability to evoke powerful emotions, convey striking imagery, or leave a lasting impact on the reader, despite their brevity.

   Drabbles originated in fan fiction communities and gradually expanded to other genres and literary circles. This genre's strict word limit emphasizes the author's ability to convey a complete concept within a limited framework, fostering creativity and precision in storytelling. Drabbles can cover a wide range of themes, genres, and styles, allowing for versatile and diverse interpretations.

   While traditionally consisting of 100 words, some variations of drabble may allow for a slightly different word count, such as 50 words or 200 words. However, regardless of the specific word count, the essence of drabble lies in its concentrated form and the challenge it presents to writers to capture the essence of a story in a limited space.

2. To cover with filth.

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

Common Misspellings for DRABBLE

• xrabble
• dtabble
• d5abble
• d4abble
• drzbble
• drsbble
• drwbble
• drqbble
• dravble
• dranble
• drahble
• dragble
• drabvle
• drabnle
• drabhle
• drabgle
• drabbke
• drabbpe
• drabboe

Etymology of DRABBLE

The word "drabble" originated from the noun "drabble" which means a slovenly woman. The term itself dates back to the 16th century and is of uncertain origin. It is believed to be derived from the Old English word "drōb" or "draf", which referred to the dregs or sediment left in a liquid, particularly after brewing beer. The term may have been used metaphorically to describe someone who was slovenly or dirty, much like the dregs at the bottom of a liquid.

Later, in the early 20th century, the term "drabble" came to refer to a short piece of writing, typically under 100 words. This meaning likely emerged due to the similarity between a small, insignificant drabble of writing and the dregs left in a liquid.

Conjugate verb Drabble

CONDITIONAL

I would drabble

you would drabble

he/she/it would drabble

we would drabble

they would drabble

CONDITIONAL CONTINUOUS

I would be drabbling

you would be drabbling

he/she/it would be drabbling

we would be drabbling

they would be drabbling

CONDITIONAL PERFECT

I would have drabble

you would have drabble

he/she/it would have drabble

we would have drabble

they would have drabble

CONDITIONAL PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I would have been drabbling

you would have been drabbling

he/she/it would have been drabbling

we would have been drabbling

they would have been drabbling

FUTURE

I will drabble

you will drabble

he/she/it will drabble

we will drabble

they will drabble

FUTURE CONTINUOUS

I will be drabbling

you will be drabbling

he/she/it will be drabbling

we will be drabbling

they will be drabbling

FUTURE PERFECT

I will have drabbled

you will have drabbled

he/she/it will have drabbled

we will have drabbled

they will have drabbled

FUTURE PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I will have been drabbling

you will have been drabbling

he/she/it will have been drabbling

we will have been drabbling

they will have been drabbling

IMPERATIVE

you drabble

we let´s drabble

NONFINITE VERB FORMS

to drabble

PAST

I drabbled

you drabbled

he/she/it drabbled

we drabbled

they drabbled

PAST CONTINUOUS

I was drabbling

you were drabbling

he/she/it was drabbling

we were drabbling

they were drabbling

PAST PARTICIPLE

drabbled

PAST PERFECT

I had drabbled

you had drabbled

he/she/it had drabbled

we had drabbled

they had drabbled

PAST PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I had been drabbling

you had been drabbling

he/she/it had been drabbling

we had been drabbling

they had been drabbling

PRESENT

I drabble

you drabble

he/she/it drabbles

we drabble

they drabble

PRESENT CONTINUOUS

I am drabbling

you are drabbling

he/she/it is drabbling

we are drabbling

they are drabbling

PRESENT PARTICIPLE

drabbling

PRESENT PERFECT

I have drabbled

you have drabbled

he/she/it has drabbled

we have drabbled

they have drabbled

PRESENT PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I have been drabbling

you have been drabbling

he/she/it has been drabbling

we have been drabbling

they have been drabbling