How Do You Spell ELIDE?

Pronunciation: [ɪlˈa͡ɪd] (IPA)

Elide is a verb that means to omit or merge one or more sounds or syllables in pronunciation. The spelling of elide can be explained through the IPA phonetic transcription, which is /ɪˈlaɪd/. The first sound, /ɪ/, represents the short "i" sound, followed by the stressed syllable /ˈlaɪd/ which has three sounds: the "l" sound represented by /l/, the long "i" sound represented by /aɪ/, and the "d" sound represented by /d/. Together, these sounds create the word "elide."

ELIDE Meaning and Definition

  1. Elide is a verb that refers to the act of omitting or suppressing a sound, word, or phrase, typically for reasons of convenience, euphony, or to simplify or condense a text. It involves the intentional removal or deletion of certain elements from a sentence, phrase, or sequence of sounds in order to achieve a more concise expression or a smoother rhythmic flow.

    In the realm of linguistics, elision commonly occurs in casual speech or poetic contexts. It often involves the omission of unstressed syllables or sounds, usually to maintain a natural and fluid cadence. For instance, in English, the contraction "can't" is an example of elision, where the "n" sound in "cannot" is dropped. Elision can also jump over certain sounds and blend them into adjacent ones.

    In literary analysis, elision can be a poetic technique used to compress or streamline the language, providing a more concise and impactful meaning. It enables writers to convey complex ideas in fewer words, thus enhancing the overall rhythm and musicality of the text.

    Elision can also be found in music, where certain notes or chords may be blended together to create a seamless transition between sounds. This technique allows for a smoother and more fluid progression of musical phrases.

    Overall, elide refers to an intentional omission or simplification of sounds, words, or phrases with the purpose of achieving brevity, euphony, or rhythmical enhancement.

  2. To cut off or suppress a vowel or syllable, usually a final one.

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

Common Misspellings for ELIDE

Etymology of ELIDE

The word "elide" comes from the Latin verb "ēlīdere", which consists of the prefix "ē-" (meaning "out" or "away") and the verb "līdere" (meaning "to strike"). Thus, "ēlīdere" literally means "to strike out" or "to strike away". The term was later adopted into English, retaining a similar meaning related to the omission or suppression of a sound or syllable.

Similar spelling words for ELIDE

Conjugate verb Elide

CONDITIONAL PERFECT

I would have elided
you would have elided
he/she/it would have elided
we would have elided
they would have elided
I would have elide
you would have elide
he/she/it would have elide
we would have elide
they would have elide

CONDITIONAL PERFECT PROGRESSIVE

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

CONDITIONAL PRESENT

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

CONDITIONAL PRESENT PROGRESSIVE

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

FUTURE

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

FUTURE CONTINUOUS

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

FUTURE PERFECT

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

FUTURE PERFECT CONTINUOUS

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

IMPERATIVE

you elide
we let´s elide

NONFINITE VERB FORMS

to elide

PAST CONTINUOUS

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

PAST PARTICIPLE

elided

PAST PERFECT

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

PAST PERFECT CONTINUOUS

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

PRESENT

I elide
you elide
he/she/it elides
we elide
they elide

PRESENT CONTINUOUS

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

PRESENT PARTICIPLE

eliding

PRESENT PERFECT

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

PRESENT PERFECT CONTINUOUS

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

PRESENT SUBJUNCTIVE

he/she/it elide

SIMPLE PAST

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

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