How Do You Spell GELD?

Pronunciation: [ɡˈɛld] (IPA)

The spelling of "geld" might seem a bit strange at first glance, but it actually makes sense when you consider its pronunciation. In IPA phonetic transcription, "geld" is written as /ɡɛld/. The "g" is pronounced like the "g" in "go" and the "e" is pronounced like the "e" in "met." The "l" at the end is silent, but its presence helps to indicate the pronunciation of the preceding vowel sound. So, while the spelling may look a bit odd, it accurately reflects the sound of the word.

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GELD Meaning and Definition

  1. Geld is a verb that has multiple meanings depending on the context in which it is used. One common definition of geld is to castrate or remove the testicles of a male animal, often done to control sexual behavior or improve the temperament of the animal. This procedure is typically performed on domesticated animals such as horses, cattle, or pigs. By gelding a male animal, its reproductive capabilities are eliminated, resulting in a docile and more manageable temperament.

    In a broader context, geld can also refer to the act of depriving someone of their wealth, often through financial means or taxation. This definition is often used metaphorically to describe actions that lead to a significant reduction in financial resources or purchasing power.

    The term geld can also be employed in a figurative sense, describing the castration or removal of the power or influence of an individual or group. This usage is often seen in political or social settings, where individuals or organizations are rendered powerless or marginalized.

    Furthermore, geld is also a noun that refers to money or currency, especially in the context of coins or coinage. In this sense, geld can be used to describe a specific type of currency or coins that were historically used in certain regions or time periods.

  2. To deprive of generative power; to deprive of any essential part.

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

Common Misspellings for GELD

Etymology of GELD

The word "geld" has its origins in Old English, stemming from the Proto-Germanic word "galdan", which means "to pay" or "to sacrifice". In Old English, the verb "geldan" specifically referred to the act of castrating or emasculating an animal. Over time, the meaning of "geld" expanded to encompass various financial transactions, such as payment, compensation, or tribute. Today, "geld" is mainly used as a verb referring to the specific act of castrating a male animal, especially a horse or bull.

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Conjugate verb Geld

CONDITIONAL PERFECT

I would have gelded
you would have gelded
he/she/it would have gelded
we would have gelded
they would have gelded
I would have geld
you would have geld
he/she/it would have geld
we would have geld
they would have geld

CONDITIONAL PERFECT PROGRESSIVE

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

CONDITIONAL PRESENT

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

CONDITIONAL PRESENT PROGRESSIVE

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

FUTURE

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

FUTURE CONTINUOUS

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

FUTURE PERFECT

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

FUTURE PERFECT CONTINUOUS

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

IMPERATIVE

you geld
we let´s geld

NONFINITE VERB FORMS

to geld

PAST CONTINUOUS

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

PAST PARTICIPLE

gelded

PAST PERFECT

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

PAST PERFECT CONTINUOUS

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

PRESENT

I geld
you geld
he/she/it gelds
we geld
they geld

PRESENT CONTINUOUS

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

PRESENT PARTICIPLE

gelding

PRESENT PERFECT

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

PRESENT PERFECT CONTINUOUS

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

PRESENT SUBJUNCTIVE

he/she/it geld

SIMPLE PAST

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

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