How Do You Spell ERRING?

Pronunciation: [ˈɜːɹɪŋ] (IPA)

The word "erring" is spelled with two "r" letters and one "e" letter. Its IPA phonetic transcription is /ˈɛrɪŋ/. The first sound is the "eh" sound which is an open mid-front unrounded vowel. The second sound is the "r" sound which is a voiced alveolar approximant. The third sound is the "ih" sound which is a near-close near-front unrounded vowel. Together, these sounds form the word "erring" which means to make a mistake or to do something wrong.

ERRING Meaning and Definition

  1. Erring is a verb that refers to the act of making a mistake or committing an error. It is often used to describe actions or behaviors that deviate from the right or correct path. To err implies an unintentional wrongdoing or a lapse in judgment. It is associated with human fallibility, as individuals are prone to err due to a variety of factors such as inexperience, lack of knowledge, or flawed reasoning.

    Erring can encompass a wide range of mistakes, including errors in thinking, decision-making, actions, or judgments. It can also involve violating established rules, norms, or ethical principles. The term implies imperfection and recognizes that errors are an inherent part of human nature. When someone is said to be erring, it suggests that they have made a misstep or have deviated from the expected or desired course of action.

    The word "erring" can also be used to describe individuals who consistently make mistakes or engage in wrongful actions. It signifies a recurring pattern of error, indicating a tendency to deviate from what is right or appropriate. However, it is important to note that erring does not necessarily imply wrongdoing or malice. It simply denotes the act of making an error or mistake, regardless of intent or moral implications.

  2. Uncertain; wandering from the truth or the right way.

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

Common Misspellings for ERRING

Etymology of ERRING

The word erring comes from the Middle English word erren, which evolved from the Old English word irran. This Old English term is believed to be derived from the Proto-Germanic word irzjan, meaning to wander astray or to go astray. It shares its roots with related words in other Germanic languages, such as the Old High German word irran and the Old Norse word irra. Ultimately, all these terms trace back to the Proto-Indo-European root ers, which means to set oneself in motion or to move.

Similar spelling words for ERRING

Conjugate verb Erring

CONDITIONAL

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

FUTURE

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

FUTURE PERFECT

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

PAST

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

PAST PERFECT

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

PRESENT

I err
we err
you err
he/she/it errs
they err

PRESENT PERFECT

I have erred
we have erred
you have erred
he/she/it has erred
they have erred
I am erring
we are erring
you are erring
he/she/it is erring
they are erring
I was erring
we were erring
you were erring
he/she/it was erring
they were erring
I will be erring
we will be erring
you will be erring
he/she/it will be erring
they will be erring
I have been erring
we have been erring
you have been erring
he/she/it has been erring
they have been erring
I had been erring
we had been erring
you had been erring
he/she/it had been erring
they had been erring
I will have been erring
we will have been erring
you will have been erring
he/she/it will have been erring
they will have been erring
I would have erred
we would have erred
you would have erred
he/she/it would have erred
they would have erred
I would be erring
we would be erring
you would be erring
he/she/it would be erring
they would be erring
I would have been erring
we would have been erring
you would have been erring
he/she/it would have been erring
they would have been erring

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