How Do You Spell FROLIC?

Pronunciation: [fɹˈɒlɪk] (IPA)

The word "frolic" is spelled with an "i" after the "o" because it follows the general rule in English that when a stressed syllable ends with a short vowel sound and is followed by a consonant and then an unstressed syllable, the consonant is doubled. Therefore, the pronunciation of "frolic" is /ˈfrɒlɪk/, with stress on the first syllable (-ˈfrɒl-), and the "o" representing a short vowel sound. The "i" is added to indicate that the "l" sound is doubled.

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FROLIC Meaning and Definition

  1. Frolic is a verb that refers to playful and lighthearted behavior, particularly when engaged in by children or animals. It embodies a sense of joy, carefree amusement, and an active display of energy. When someone frolics, they generally engage in lively, spirited, and often leaping movements, enjoying the present moment with a sense of glee.

    While frequently associated with children at play, frolicking can also describe the actions of animals, like dogs running and bounding around a park or dolphins leaping out of the water. It suggests a lack of inhibition, a disregard for worries or responsibilities, and an embrace of the simple pleasures of life.

    Frolic can also be used as a noun, representing a festive celebration or a playful activity. It can be seen as a synonym for fun, merriment, or revelry. People might gather for a frolic, participating in various enjoyable activities or engaging in playful banter and laughter.

    Overall, whether used as a verb or a noun, to frolic is to engage in spontaneous and joyful behavior, often accompanied by laughter, movement, or games. It is a term that carries a sense of exuberance and carefreeness, encouraging individuals to let loose, embrace their inner child, and revel in the sheer pleasure of the moment.

  2. • A wild prank; gaiety and mirth; a gambol.
    • Gay; full of pranks.
    • To play wild pranks; to gambol.

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

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Etymology of FROLIC

The word "frolic" originates from the Middle Dutch word "vroolijc" which means "merry" or "joyful". It later evolved into the Middle English word "froli", also meaning "merry" or "full of joy". Over time, the spelling changed to "frolic" and it acquired the specific connotation of a playful, lively, or carefree activity or behavior.

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Plural form of FROLIC is FROLICS

Conjugate verb Frolic

CONDITIONAL PERFECT

I would have frolicked
you would have frolicked
he/she/it would have frolicked
we would have frolicked
they would have frolicked
I would have frolic
you would have frolic
he/she/it would have frolic
we would have frolic
they would have frolic

CONDITIONAL PERFECT PROGRESSIVE

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

CONDITIONAL PRESENT

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

CONDITIONAL PRESENT PROGRESSIVE

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

FUTURE

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

FUTURE CONTINUOUS

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

FUTURE PERFECT

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

FUTURE PERFECT CONTINUOUS

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

IMPERATIVE

you frolic
we let´s frolic

NONFINITE VERB FORMS

to frolic

PAST CONTINUOUS

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

PAST PARTICIPLE

frolicked

PAST PERFECT

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

PAST PERFECT CONTINUOUS

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

PRESENT

I frolic
you frolic
he/she/it frolics
we frolic
they frolic

PRESENT CONTINUOUS

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

PRESENT PARTICIPLE

frolicking

PRESENT PERFECT

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

PRESENT PERFECT CONTINUOUS

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

PRESENT SUBJUNCTIVE

he/she/it frolic

SIMPLE PAST

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

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