How Do You Spell FAMILIARISE?

Pronunciation: [fəmˈɪli͡əɹˌa͡ɪz] (IPA)

Familiarise is a British English spelling of the verb familiarize. The word is pronounced as /fəˈmɪlɪəraɪz/. The first syllable is unstressed and the second syllable is stressed. The /aɪz/ ending is pronounced like "ize" and represents the suffix -ize, which is used to create a verb from a noun or adjective. In American English, the spelling used is familiarize, which is pronounced with stress on the third syllable: /fəˈmɪliəraɪz/.

FAMILIARISE Meaning and Definition

  1. The term "familiarise" is a verb that refers to the act or process of becoming acquainted or familiar with something or someone. It entails acquiring knowledge, understanding, or becoming comfortable with a particular subject, concept, or individual. When one familiarises themselves with something, they take deliberate steps to learn about it, with the intention of gaining familiarity, expertise, or proficiency.

    This process can involve various activities such as reading, studying, observing, practicing, or interacting with the subject matter or person. It often requires investing time and effort to grasp the intricacies, details, or nuances associated with the topic of interest.

    "Familiarise" implies creating a closer and more intimate relationship, understanding, or connection with the subject matter. It involves gaining a level of comfort, confidence, or familiarity that allows for ease of knowledge retention or usage.

    The term can also denote introducing someone to an environment, situation, or manner of doing things, thereby helping them become accustomed to it. This may involve providing instructions, guidance, or exposure to help them adjust and acclimate.

    In summary, "familiarise" is an active verb that conveys the process of becoming knowledgeable, experienced, or comfortable with a subject matter, concept, or person through deliberate efforts, practice, or exposure.

  2. To make intimate or familiar; to make easy by practice or by intercourse.

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

Common Misspellings for FAMILIARISE

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Etymology of FAMILIARISE

The word "familiarise" traces back to the Latin word "familiāris", which means familiar or pertaining to a household. This Latin adjective is derived from the noun "familia", meaning family. In English, "familiarise" emerged in the 17th century as a verb form of "familiar", indicating the act of making something familiar or acquainting oneself with it.

Similar spelling words for FAMILIARISE

Conjugate verb Familiarise

CONDITIONAL

I would familiarise
we would familiarise
you would familiarise
he/she/it would familiarise
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FUTURE

I will familiarise
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FUTURE PERFECT

I will have familiarised
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PAST

I familiarised
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PAST PERFECT

I had familiarised
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PRESENT

I familiarise
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they familiarise

PRESENT PERFECT

I have familiarised
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I am familiarising
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