How Do You Spell ECLIPSE?

Pronunciation: [ɪklˈɪps] (IPA)

The word "eclipse" is spelled with five letters, but it can be a bit tricky to say. The first syllable, "e-," is pronounced like the letter "e" in "pet." The second syllable, "-clipse," is pronounced with a short "i" sound, like the word "lip." The final "-se" is pronounced like the letter "s" in "snake." So, altogether, the word is pronounced "ih-klips" or /ɪˈklɪps/.

ECLIPSE Meaning and Definition

  1. An eclipse refers to a natural celestial occurrence in which one celestial body obscures or blocks the view of another celestial body from an observer's perspective. This phenomenon occurs when a planet, moon, or other celestial object moves into the direct path between the observer and a larger celestial object, causing the larger object to be either partially or completely hidden.

    In the context of the Earth, an eclipse generally refers to the Sun, Moon, or Earth blocking the view of the other two bodies. There are two primary types of eclipses: solar and lunar eclipses. A solar eclipse happens when the Moon passes between the Earth and the Sun, casting a shadow onto the Earth's surface, which results in either a partial or total blocking of sunlight. Conversely, a lunar eclipse occurs when the Earth is positioned directly between the Sun and the Moon, causing the Moon to pass through the Earth's shadow, resulting in a darkened or reddish appearance of the Moon.

    Eclipses have captivated humanity throughout history, often regarded as significant astronomical events. They have been the subject of study by astronomers, scientists, and mythology, and have sparked curiosity and wonder among individuals from various cultures worldwide. These celestial events serve as valuable opportunities for scientific research, observation, and experimentation, as well as cultural and historical appreciation.

  2. • The phenomenon of a celestial body disappearing from view in whole or in part, in consequence of another celestial body passing between it and the spectator; darkness.
    • To hide or conceal a luminous body in whole or in part; to cloud or darken; to disgrace.

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

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Etymology of ECLIPSE

The word "eclipse" originated from the Greek word "ekleipsis", which means "failing" or "abandonment". This term was derived from "ekleipo", meaning "to abandon" or "to leave behind". In ancient times, people believed that during a solar or lunar eclipse, the sun or moon was being abandoned or taken away momentarily.

Idioms with the word ECLIPSE

  • in eclipse The idiom "in eclipse" means to be in a state of decline or diminished importance, overshadowed or surpassed by someone or something else. It implies that someone or something was once prominent, successful, or influential but has now been eclipsed or overshadowed by someone or something else.
  • be in eclipse The idiom "be in eclipse" means to be overshadowed or temporarily obscured in significance, popularity, or influence by someone or something else. It implies that one's importance or achievements are diminished or overlooked due to the presence or success of someone or something else.

Similar spelling words for ECLIPSE

Plural form of ECLIPSE is ECLIPSES

Conjugate verb Eclipse

CONDITIONAL PERFECT

I would have eclipsed
you would have eclipsed
he/she/it would have eclipsed
we would have eclipsed
they would have eclipsed
I would have eclipse
you would have eclipse
he/she/it would have eclipse
we would have eclipse
they would have eclipse

CONDITIONAL PERFECT PROGRESSIVE

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

CONDITIONAL PRESENT

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

CONDITIONAL PRESENT PROGRESSIVE

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

FUTURE

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

FUTURE CONTINUOUS

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

FUTURE PERFECT

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

FUTURE PERFECT CONTINUOUS

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

IMPERATIVE

you eclipse
we let´s eclipse

NONFINITE VERB FORMS

to eclipse

PAST CONTINUOUS

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

PAST PARTICIPLE

eclipsed

PAST PERFECT

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

PAST PERFECT CONTINUOUS

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

PRESENT

I eclipse
you eclipse
he/she/it eclipses
we eclipse
they eclipse

PRESENT CONTINUOUS

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

PRESENT PARTICIPLE

eclipsing

PRESENT PERFECT

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

PRESENT PERFECT CONTINUOUS

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

PRESENT SUBJUNCTIVE

he/she/it eclipse

SIMPLE PAST

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

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