How Do You Spell GAT COMEUPPANCE?

Pronunciation: [ɡˈat kʌmˈʌpəns] (IPA)

The word "gat comeuppance" refers to receiving deserved punishment or retribution. The spelling of "gat comeuppance" can be explained using IPA phonetic transcription as /ɡæt kʌmˈʌpəns/. The "gat" is pronounced with a hard "g" sound and is followed by "comeuppance," which is pronounced with the stress on the second syllable. The "a" is pronounced as a short vowel sound, while the "u" is pronounced as a schwa sound. Overall, the spelling of "gat comeuppance" accurately represents the pronunciation of the word.

Common Misspellings for GAT COMEUPPANCE

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Etymology of GAT COMEUPPANCE

The phrase "gat comeuppance" does not have a specific or widely recognized etymology, as it seems to be a combination of two separate terms: "gat" and "comeuppance".

1. "Gat": The word "gat" is an archaic form of the verb "got" or "get". It is derived from the Old Norse word "geta", meaning "to obtain" or "to acquire". Over time, it fell out of regular use in favor of the modern "got" or "get".

2. "Comeuppance": This term refers to the consequences suffered by someone who has been deserving of punishment or retribution for their actions. It originated in American English around the late 19th century.