How Do You Spell GRIMACES?

Pronunciation: [ɡɹˈɪmɪsɪz] (IPA)

The word "grimaces" is spelled with a silent "i", which can be confusing for English language learners. The correct pronunciation is /ɡrɪˈmeɪsɪz/. This word is a verb and means to make a facial expression that shows pain, disgust or disapproval. Even though it seems like the word should be spelled with an "e" after the "i", the correct spelling still keeps the silent "i", making it a tricky word to spell correctly. Use mnemonic devices like "I see the I but I don't say it" to help you remember the correct spelling.

GRIMACES Meaning and Definition

  1. Grimaces, in the context of human expression, refer to facial contortions or distortions that convey emotions such as displeasure, pain, or disgust. It is a form of nonverbal communication where the muscles of the face are deliberately or involuntarily manipulated to create a distinctive expression.

    Typically, a grimace involves contracting the muscles around the mouth, eyes, or forehead, resulting in a twisted or pained appearance. The mouth may be tightly pressed together, pulled to one side, or established with a twisted smile. The eyes might squint, widen, or show signs of strain.

    Grimaces can vary in intensity and duration depending on the individual's emotions and level of discomfort. They are often used to express pain or discomfort, either physical or emotional. Furthermore, grimacing may occur in response to something unpleasant, such as a taste, smell, or visual stimuli.

    While grimaces are commonly associated with negative emotions, they can also be used humorously or playfully. In certain cultural or theatrical contexts, individuals may deliberately adopt exaggerated or exaggerated grimaces for comedic effect, emphasizing the absurd or ridiculous.

    Overall, grimaces serve as a form of nonverbal expression, assisting individuals in conveying their feelings or reactions without relying solely on spoken language. They provide important cues for understanding emotions and interpreting social situations.

Common Misspellings for GRIMACES

Etymology of GRIMACES

The word "grimace" comes from the Old French term "grimache" which means a distorted or grotesque face. It is derived from the verb "grimacier" which means "to make a face" or "to pull a face". The word "grimace" was first recorded in English in the late 16th century and has retained its meaning of a facial expression that shows pain, disgust, or disapproval.

Similar spelling words for GRIMACES

Conjugate verb Grimaces

CONDITIONAL

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

FUTURE

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

FUTURE PERFECT

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

PAST

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

PAST PERFECT

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

PRESENT

I grimace
we grimace
you grimace
he/she/it grimaces
they grimace

PRESENT PERFECT

I have grimaced
we have grimaced
you have grimaced
he/she/it has grimaced
they have grimaced
I am grimacing
we are grimacing
you are grimacing
he/she/it is grimacing
they are grimacing
I was grimacing
we were grimacing
you were grimacing
he/she/it was grimacing
they were grimacing
I will be grimacing
we will be grimacing
you will be grimacing
he/she/it will be grimacing
they will be grimacing
I have been grimacing
we have been grimacing
you have been grimacing
he/she/it has been grimacing
they have been grimacing
I had been grimacing
we had been grimacing
you had been grimacing
he/she/it had been grimacing
they had been grimacing
I will have been grimacing
we will have been grimacing
you will have been grimacing
he/she/it will have been grimacing
they will have been grimacing
I would have grimaced
we would have grimaced
you would have grimaced
he/she/it would have grimaced
they would have grimaced
I would be grimacing
we would be grimacing
you would be grimacing
he/she/it would be grimacing
they would be grimacing
I would have been grimacing
we would have been grimacing
you would have been grimacing
he/she/it would have been grimacing
they would have been grimacing

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