How Do You Spell HACKNEY?

Pronunciation: [hˈaknɪ] (IPA)

The spelling of the word "hackney" can be a bit confusing, as it doesn't necessarily follow typical English phonetic rules. The word is pronounced /ˈhæknɪ/, with emphasis on the first syllable. The "ck" in the middle of the word is pronounced like a "k" rather than a "c," and the final "ey" is pronounced like "ee." This pronunciation reflects the word's origin as a Middle English term for a type of horse, which was often used for riding or carriage work.

HACKNEY Meaning and Definition

1. Hackney can be defined as a noun or a verb, with different meanings in each case. As a noun, hackney refers to a horse that is commonly used for ordinary purposes such as riding or drawing a carriage. These horses are often considered the common breed for everyday work and are known for their durability and reliability.

   As a verb, hackney refers to the act of making something repetitive or lacking originality due to overuse or excessive familiarity. It involves using clichés, worn-out phrases, or conventional ideas that have lost their freshness or originality, resulting in a lack of creativity or impact. Hackneyed expressions or ideas are often deemed dull, uninteresting, and lacking originality.

   The term "hackney" can also be used to describe a taxi or a cab-for-hire, especially in the United Kingdom. These vehicles are typically licensed and regulated by local authorities and are available for public transportation on a pay-per-ride basis.

   In a broader sense, hackney can be used to describe anything that is common, ordinary, or lacking in uniqueness. It conveys the idea of something that is widespread or frequently encountered, often implying a sense of banality or predictability.

2. • a horse kept for hire

   • See hack, a horse.

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

Top Common Misspellings for HACKNEY *

• hackny 100%

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Other Common Misspellings for HACKNEY

• hacket
• hackey
• hawknet
• hanney
• baconey
• ackne
• hickrey
• hackiee
• hackkee
• hackea
• haakney
• hackerey
• hackry
• hackty
• haypney
• Thackey
• Thackeey
• Backpey
• HadoneWy
• Blackney
• Hackely
• whackoey

Etymology of HACKNEY

The word "hackney" has an interesting etymology. It can be traced back to Old English, where it was spelled as "hacenege" or "hakeneye". The term originally referred to a horse that was suitable for general purpose or ordinary riding.

The origin of "hackney" can be further traced to the Middle English word "hakeney", which denoted a horse used for hire. This sense of the word became more prominent during the medieval period when horses were commonly rented out for transportation purposes.

The word "hackney" eventually evolved to also refer to a hired vehicle or a carriage for public hire during the 17th century. The transition from horses to carriages for hire occurred due to the increasing popularity of using carriages for transportation in urban areas.

Similar spelling words for HACKNEY

• hazan,
• Hagen,
• Hasan,
• hagin,
• hakeem,
• hacker,
• Hakim,
• hawkin,
• Hacking,
• haskin,
• hockey,
• Haughney,
• Hazen,
• hack on,
• Hagan.

Plural form of HACKNEY is HACKNEYS

Conjugate verb Hackney

CONDITIONAL

I would hackney

you would hackney

he/she/it would hackney

we would hackney

they would hackney

CONDITIONAL CONTINUOUS

I would be hackneying

you would be hackneying

he/she/it would be hackneying

we would be hackneying

they would be hackneying

CONDITIONAL PERFECT

I would have hackney

you would have hackney

he/she/it would have hackney

we would have hackney

they would have hackney

CONDITIONAL PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I would have been hackneying

you would have been hackneying

he/she/it would have been hackneying

we would have been hackneying

they would have been hackneying

FUTURE

I will hackney

you will hackney

he/she/it will hackney

we will hackney

they will hackney

FUTURE CONTINUOUS

I will be hackneying

you will be hackneying

he/she/it will be hackneying

we will be hackneying

they will be hackneying

FUTURE PERFECT

I will have hackneyed

you will have hackneyed

he/she/it will have hackneyed

we will have hackneyed

they will have hackneyed

FUTURE PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I will have been hackneying

you will have been hackneying

he/she/it will have been hackneying

we will have been hackneying

they will have been hackneying

IMPERATIVE

you hackney

we let´s hackney

NONFINITE VERB FORMS

to hackney

PAST

I hackneyed

you hackneyed

he/she/it hackneyed

we hackneyed

they hackneyed

PAST CONTINUOUS

I was hackneying

you were hackneying

he/she/it was hackneying

we were hackneying

they were hackneying

PAST PARTICIPLE

hackneyed

PAST PERFECT

I had hackneyed

you had hackneyed

he/she/it had hackneyed

we had hackneyed

they had hackneyed

PAST PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I had been hackneying

you had been hackneying

he/she/it had been hackneying

we had been hackneying

they had been hackneying

PRESENT

I hackney

you hackney

he/she/it hackneys

we hackney

they hackney

PRESENT CONTINUOUS

I am hackneying

you are hackneying

he/she/it is hackneying

we are hackneying

they are hackneying

PRESENT PARTICIPLE

hackneying

PRESENT PERFECT

I have hackneyed

you have hackneyed

he/she/it has hackneyed

we have hackneyed

they have hackneyed

PRESENT PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I have been hackneying

you have been hackneying

he/she/it has been hackneying

we have been hackneying

they have been hackneying

I would have hackneyed

we would have hackneyed

you would have hackneyed

he/she/it would have hackneyed

they would have hackneyed