How Do You Spell HUDDLED?

Pronunciation: [hˈʌdə͡ld] (IPA)

The word "huddled" is spelled with a double "d," signifying a voiced consonant that is pronounced with vibration in the vocal cords. The IPA phonetic transcription for this word is /ˈhʌdld/, where the symbol ʌ represents the vowel sound in "cup." The final syllable "-led" is pronounced with a voiced "l" sound, which is articulated by placing the tongue behind the upper teeth and allowing air to flow around the sides of the tongue. The word refers to a group of people or animals that are crowded together for warmth or protection.

HUDDLED Meaning and Definition

  1. The term "huddled" is primarily an adjective that describes a state or action of physical closeness or togetherness. It refers to a group of individuals or objects that are tightly gathered or clustered closely together in a way that displays a sense of unity or protection. The state of being huddled often indicates a need for warmth, security, support, or cooperation, where individuals seek solace or protection from external factors or harsh conditions.

    In a literal sense, "huddled" implies a physical posture or arrangement where individuals draw themselves closely together, curling up or tucking themselves tightly, often due to exposure to cold temperatures or challenging environmental conditions. It indicates a natural instinct to seek closeness and find warmth, as seen among huddled penguins, a family huddled around a campfire, or a group huddled under a shelter during a storm.

    Figuratively, the term "huddled" can be used to describe a collective state of people or objects where there is an emotional, psychological, or social connection. It implies a sharing of burdens, reliance on each other for support or protection, and a sense of unity or solidarity. For example, "the huddled masses" refers to groups of people who face a common struggle or hardship, seeking refuge, comfort, or aid as a unified entity.

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Etymology of HUDDLED

The word "huddled" originated from the Middle English term "huddelen", which was derived from the Old Norse word "hutha" meaning "to wrap up" or "to cover". It is believed to have further roots in the Proto-Germanic word "hudjaną", meaning "to hide" or "to protect". Over time, "huddelen" transformed into "huddle", which refers to a close gathering or group of people or objects huddled together for warmth, protection, or privacy. The term "huddled" is the past participle form of "huddle".

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Conjugate verb Huddled

CONDITIONAL

I would huddle
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FUTURE

I will huddle
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FUTURE PERFECT

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PAST

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PAST PERFECT

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PRESENT

I huddle
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PRESENT PERFECT

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