How Do You Spell GRAPPLING?

Pronunciation: [ɡɹˈaplɪŋ] (IPA)

The word "grappling" is spelled with two letter "p"s, despite the fact that the /p/ sound is only pronounced once. This is because of a rule in English spelling that dictates that when a verb ends in the letters "l" and "e", and the suffix "-ing" is added, the final "e" is dropped and the final consonant is doubled. Therefore, the base form of the word is "grapple", with a single /p/ sound, while the -ing form is spelled with double "p"s, like "grappling". [ˈɡræplɪŋ]

GRAPPLING Meaning and Definition

1. Grappling is a noun derived from the verb "to grapple" and refers to the act or technique of engaging in hand-to-hand combat, specifically involving close physical contact with an opponent. It is an essential aspect of various martial arts such as wrestling, judo, Brazilian jiu-jitsu, and mixed martial arts (MMA).

   In grappling, opponents aim to gain control over each other through techniques that involve gripping, holding, and manipulating each other’s bodies. These techniques may include throws, takedowns, sweeps, pins, joint locks, and chokes. The primary objective is to either gain dominance and subdue the opponent or to force them into a position of submission.

   Grappling encompasses both standing and ground-based techniques, allowing practitioners to adapt to different situations and positions during combat. The techniques utilized in grappling rely heavily on leverage, balance, timing, and strategy rather than purely relying on striking or striking-based defenses.

   Grappling differs from striking-based combat in that it typically focuses on close contact, maintaining or seeking control through various holds and techniques rather than delivering powerful blows. It emphasizes the use of leverage and technique over brute strength, making it accessible to individuals of different sizes and physical capabilities.

   Due to its practicality and effectiveness, grappling is widely practiced in combat sports, self-defense training, and military training. Its comprehensive nature and flexibility have also led to the development of unique forms of grappling martial arts that revolve solely around the techniques and principles of close-quarters combat.

2. Catching as a grapple.

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

Top Common Misspellings for GRAPPLING *

• grappeling 50%
• grapling 40%
• grippling 10%

* 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 GRAPPLING

• reappling
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• grupping
• grawling
• trappling
• grapping
• rappeling
• gampling
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• Grapleng

Etymology of GRAPPLING

The word "grappling" is derived from the Middle English word "graplen", which comes from the Old English word "græppian". This Old English term is thought to have Germanic roots, possibly stemming from the Proto-Germanic word "*grapōną", meaning "to grab" or "to seize". Over time, the word evolved to refer specifically to a physical wrestling or combat technique, hence its current usage in martial arts and sports.

Similar spelling words for GRAPPLING

• grappler,
• Cropping,
• gryoplane,
• crawling,
• grouping,
• grilling,
• grovelling,
• crippling,
• grapple,
• groping,
• growling,
• grueling,
• groveling,
• rippling,
• grappelli,
• gripping.

Plural form of GRAPPLING is GRAPPLINGS

Conjugate verb Grappling

CONDITIONAL

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FUTURE

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FUTURE PERFECT

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PAST

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PRESENT

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PRESENT PERFECT

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