How Do You Spell GOVERN?

Pronunciation: [ɡˈʌvən] (IPA)

The spelling of the word "govern" is fairly straightforward once you understand its phonetic transcription in the International Phonetic Alphabet (IPA). The first syllable is pronounced with a /g/ sound, followed by a long /o/ sound with a v sound in the middle. The second syllable is pronounced with a short /ə/ sound followed by a voiced /n/ sound. Overall, the IPA transcription for "govern" is /ˈɡʌvən/. By understanding this transcription, a learner can better understand the spelling rules for this word.

GOVERN Meaning and Definition

1. Govern is a verb that refers to the act or process of directing, controlling, or administrating a group of people or a public entity, such as a nation, state, or organization. It involves exercising authority and making decisions on behalf of the governed in order to maintain order, manage resources, and promote the well-being of the governed.

   When someone governs, they typically have the power and responsibility to establish laws, regulations, and policies that guide the behavior and actions of individuals within the governed population. This includes making decisions that impact various aspects of society, such as economy, education, healthcare, and security. The governing body is expected to prioritize the interests and welfare of the people or organization they govern.

   Effective governance requires the ability to balance competing interests, resolve conflicts, and provide fair and just solutions. It incorporates the principles of accountability, transparency, and responsiveness, ensuring that those who govern remain answerable to the governed population. Furthermore, governance can take different forms, including democracy, monarchy, autocracy, or other systems, each with its own set of governing rules and practices.

   In summary, govern is the action of exercising authority, control, and leadership over a group of individuals or organization with the objective of maintaining order, managing resources, and promoting the well-being of the governed population.

2. To direct and control; to regulate by authority; to command; to have influence or force, as a verb in grammar; to exercise authority; to restrain.

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

Top Common Misspellings for GOVERN *

• goveren 35.7142857%
• goven 28.5714285%
• gobern 14.2857142%

* The statistics data for these misspellings percentages are collected from over 15,411,110 spell check sessions on www.spellchecker.net from Jan 2010 - Jun 2012.

Other Common Misspellings for GOVERN

• governt
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• Cobern
• gavenn
• govcery
• Goveas
• Foveai
• Gotean
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• Goverre
• Goverr
• Goveray
• noverin
• Godorn

Etymology of GOVERN

The word "govern" is derived from the Latin word "gubernare", which means "to steer a ship". This Latin word evolved from the Greek word "kubernáo", which also means "to steer, pilot, or guide". Over time, the meaning of "govern" expanded to refer to the act of guiding or directing any entity, such as a state or organization, rather than just a ship.

Similar spelling words for GOVERN

• governs,
• cavern,
• oven,
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• governess,
• cover,
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• governing,
• given.

Conjugate verb Govern

CONDITIONAL PERFECT

I would have governed

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CONDITIONAL PERFECT PROGRESSIVE

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CONDITIONAL PRESENT

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CONDITIONAL PRESENT PROGRESSIVE

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FUTURE

I will govern

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FUTURE CONTINUOUS

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FUTURE PERFECT

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FUTURE PERFECT CONTINUOUS

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IMPERATIVE

we Let´s govern

PAST CONTINUOUS

I was governing

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PAST PARTICIPLE

governed

PAST PERFECT

I had governed

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PAST PERFECT CONTINUOUS

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PRESENT

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PRESENT CONTINUOUS

I am governing

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PRESENT PARTICIPLE

governing

PRESENT PERFECT

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PRESENT PERFECT CONTINUOUS

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PRESENT SUBJUNCTIVE

he/she/it govern

SIMPLE PAST

I governed

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they governed