How Do You Spell HOCUS?

Pronunciation: [hˈə͡ʊkəs] (IPA)

The spelling of the word "hocus" may appear tricky at first glance, but it follows the common English rule of using the letter "c" to represent the "k" sound before the letters "e," "i," and "y." In IPA phonetic transcription, "hocus" is written as /ˈhoʊkəs/. The "h" represents the aspirated "h" sound, the "o" represents the "oh" sound, the "k" represents the "k" sound, the "u" represents the "uh" sound, and the "s" represents the "s" sound. With this understanding, the spelling of "hocus" is demystified.

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HOCUS Meaning and Definition

  1. Hocus is a verb that is typically used in informal or colloquial language. It is often defined as to confuse, deceive, or hoax someone, especially through the use of misdirection, trickery, or sleight of hand. This term is commonly associated with magic tricks or illusions performed by magicians or conjurers.

    The origins of the word hocus are believed to be derived from the Latin phrase "Hoc est corpus meum," which means "This is my body." This phrase is recited during the consecration of bread and wine in the Eucharist, a Christian sacrament. It is suggested that the word hocus was coined as a parody or mocking imitation of this phrase to evoke a sense of deception or trickery.

    In a broader sense, hocus can also be used to imply a sense of manipulation or dishonesty, particularly in a persuasive or coercive manner. For example, someone may be accused of hocusing others into believing false claims or promises.

    The term hocus-pocus is often used colloquially as a noun to describe any sort of trickery or deception that is meant to mislead or confuse. It can refer to the actions of a stage magician, as well as any type of sleight of hand or manipulation intended to deceive others. The term can also be used figuratively to describe any situation or set of circumstances that seem confusing or mysterious.

  2. To cheat or trick; to put a trick upon.

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

Common Misspellings for HOCUS

  • jocus
  • yocus
  • hicus
  • hkcus
  • hpcus
  • h0cus
  • h9cus
  • hoxus
  • hocys
  • hochs
  • hocjs
  • hocis
  • hoc8s
  • hoc7s
  • hocua
  • hocuz
  • hocux
  • hocud
  • hocue

Etymology of HOCUS

The word "Hocus" originated from the early 17th century, specifically in the phrase "Hocus Pocus". The origin of this phrase is believed to be a parody or corruption of the words used in the liturgy of the Roman Catholic Eucharist. During the Eucharist, the priest performs the ritual of transubstantiation, in which the bread and wine are believed to change into the body and blood of Christ. At the words "Hoc est corpus" (Latin for "This is the body"), the transformation is believed to take place.

The phrase "Hocus Pocus" likely emerged as a mockery of this religious ritual, using words that sounded similar but held no meaning. Over time, the term evolved to be associated with trickery, deception, and magic, giving rise to its modern usage as a term for conjuring tricks or sleight of hand.

Idioms with the word HOCUS

  • hocus

Similar spelling words for HOCUS

Conjugate verb Hocus

CONDITIONAL

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

CONDITIONAL CONTINUOUS

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

CONDITIONAL PERFECT

I would have hocus
you would have hocus
he/she/it would have hocus
we would have hocus
they would have hocus

CONDITIONAL PERFECT CONTINUOUS

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

FUTURE

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

FUTURE CONTINUOUS

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

FUTURE PERFECT

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

FUTURE PERFECT CONTINUOUS

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

IMPERATIVE

you hocus
we let´s hocus

NONFINITE VERB FORMS

to hocus

PAST

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

PAST CONTINUOUS

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

PAST PARTICIPLE

hocused

PAST PERFECT

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

PAST PERFECT CONTINUOUS

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

PRESENT

I hocus
you hocus
he/she/it hocuses
we hocus
they hocus

PRESENT CONTINUOUS

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

PRESENT PARTICIPLE

hocusing

PRESENT PERFECT

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

PRESENT PERFECT CONTINUOUS

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

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