Pronunciation: [ɪt sˈiːmz] (IPA) 
The phrase "it seems" is spelled with the consonant letter "s" and the vowel letter combination "ee" which makes the long "e" sound. In IPA phonetic transcription, it is /ɪt siːmz/. The vowel combination "ee" can also be spelled as "ea" e.g. "bead" or "ie" e.g. "piece". However, in "it seems", "ee" is the preferred spelling. This phrase is commonly used to express one's interpretation or perception of a situation or event.
"It seems" is a phrase used to express an impression, belief, or opinion about something based on one's perception or observation. It suggests that something appears to be true or likely, but implies a level of uncertainty or subjective judgment.
The phrase often indicates the speaker's interpretation of a situation or the conclusion they have drawn based on the available evidence or their own intuition. It can be used to convey an assumption or estimation that may not necessarily be proven or substantiated with concrete facts. "It seems" often serves as a hedge or qualifier to signal that the speaker's statement is subjective and open to interpretation.
When used in conversation or writing, "it seems" helps to convey the speaker's sense of not being completely certain or definitive about their statement, allowing for the possibility of alternative interpretations. It can also imply a level of caution or modesty, indicating that the speaker is aware of the limitations of their knowledge or understanding.
Overall, "it seems" functions as a linguistic device to express a subjective perception or opinion, indicating that the speaker is making an educated guess or inference about a particular situation without claiming absolute certainty.
The word "it seems" is a phrase rather than a single word, but its etymology can be traced back to the Old English period. The word "it" originated from the Old English "hit", which meant "that" or "this". In this context, "it" is a pronoun used to refer to something that has been mentioned or is understood. The word "seems" comes from the Old Norse word "sœma" or the Old English word "sēman", both of which meant "to befit" or "to appear". Over time, "seems" evolved to mean "to appear" or "to give the impression". When combined, "it seems" signifies that something appears or gives the impression in a certain way.
