How Do You Spell EMPHASISE?

Pronunciation: [ˈɛmfɐsˌa͡ɪz] (IPA)

The correct spelling of the word "emphasise" is often mistaken because of its pronunciation. The IPA phonetic transcription for "emphasise" is /ˈɛmfəsaɪz/. The suffix "-ise" is used in British English and is pronounced /aɪz/. Therefore, the word is spelled with an "s" instead of a "z", which is commonly used in American English. It's important to remember that the correct spelling of a word is crucial for effective communication, and using the wrong spelling may lead to confusion.

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EMPHASISE Meaning and Definition

  1. To emphasise means to place special importance or significance on something in order to draw attention to it or make it stand out. It involves giving particular emphasis or stress in order to highlight the importance of a certain aspect or idea.

    When emphasising, one might use various methods to make something more noticeable or prominent, such as using a louder tone or more forceful language. This can be done in speech, writing, or through non-verbal means like gestures or visuals.

    The purpose of emphasising is to make sure that a particular point or concept is clearly understood and not overlooked. It can be used to bring attention to key ideas, arguments, or details in order to enhance understanding or influence the listener or reader's perception. By emphasising certain aspects, one seeks to communicate that they are of greater importance or hold more significance than other elements.

    Emphasising is frequently employed in various contexts such as public speaking, presentations, advertising, teaching, or writing. It helps to make information more memorable, persuasive, or impactful by directing the focus towards specific aspects. However, it is important to use emphasising techniques judiciously and appropriately, as excessive emphasis may dilute the intended effect or come across as overly forceful or aggressive.

  2. To pronounce certain words with a particular force of the voice.

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

Common Misspellings for EMPHASISE

  • wmphasise
  • smphasise
  • dmphasise
  • rmphasise
  • 4mphasise
  • 3mphasise
  • ekphasise
  • ejphasise
  • emohasise
  • emlhasise
  • em-hasise
  • em0hasise
  • empgasise
  • empbasise
  • empnasise
  • empjasise
  • empuasise
  • empyasise
  • emphzsise
  • emphassise

Etymology of EMPHASISE

The word "emphasise" has its origins in the Latin word "emphases", which stems from the Greek word "emphasis". Both "emphases" and "emphasis" mean "significance" or "importance". "Emphasis" in Greek is derived from the verb "emphainein", which means "to signify" or "to indicate". Over time, the term "emphasise" evolved in English to mean giving special prominence or importance to something, highlighting it to draw attention or stress its significance.

Similar spelling words for EMPHASISE

Conjugate verb Emphasise

CONDITIONAL

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

CONDITIONAL CONTINUOUS

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

CONDITIONAL PERFECT

I would have emphasise
you would have emphasise
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we would have emphasise
they would have emphasise

CONDITIONAL PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I would have been emphasising
you would have been emphasising
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we would have been emphasising
they would have been emphasising

FUTURE

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

FUTURE CONTINUOUS

I will be emphasising
you will be emphasising
he/she/it will be emphasising
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FUTURE PERFECT

I will have emphasised
you will have emphasised
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FUTURE PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I will have been emphasising
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IMPERATIVE

you emphasise
we let´s emphasise

NONFINITE VERB FORMS

to emphasise

PAST

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

PAST CONTINUOUS

I was emphasising
you were emphasising
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we were emphasising
they were emphasising

PAST PARTICIPLE

emphasised

PAST PERFECT

I had emphasised
you had emphasised
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we had emphasised
they had emphasised

PAST PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I had been emphasising
you had been emphasising
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they had been emphasising

PRESENT

I emphasise
you emphasise
he/she/it emphasises
we emphasise
they emphasise

PRESENT CONTINUOUS

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

PRESENT PARTICIPLE

emphasising

PRESENT PERFECT

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

PRESENT PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I have been emphasising
you have been emphasising
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we have been emphasising
they have been emphasising
I would have emphasised
we would have emphasised
you would have emphasised
he/she/it would have emphasised
they would have emphasised

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