How Do You Spell JINX?

Pronunciation: [d͡ʒˈɪŋks] (IPA)

The word "jinx" is spelled with a "j" and an "x". The letter "j" represents the sound /dʒ/ and the letter "x" represents the sound /ks/. Together, they create the unique sound of /dʒɪŋks/. This word is often used as a playful way to suggest that something unlucky may happen, and is often used between friends superstitiously. Despite its casual nature, this word's spelling is complex, utilising some of the lesser-used letters in the English alphabet.

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JINX Meaning and Definition

  1. Jinx is a noun and it refers to a belief or superstition in which a particular person, object, or situation brings bad luck or misfortune. It is often used to describe a curse or hex that seems to be cast upon someone or something. This term is commonly associated with jinxing an event or outcome, where the individual is believed to have the power to jinx, which means to bring about negative consequences.

    When a person is described as a jinx, it implies that they have a consistent track record of bad luck or they always seem to be present when mishaps occur. It is believed that their mere presence can cause a negative shift in circumstances or alter the outcome of an event for the worse. Similarly, objects or situations can also be labelled as a jinx if they are repeatedly associated with unfortunate incidents.

    The concept of jinxing can encompass psychological elements, as well. Someone who believes strongly in the power of jinxes may convince themselves that any positive situation will eventually turn bad due to their presence or involvement. This can lead to a self-fulfilling prophecy, where their own negative expectations subconsciously influence their actions, causing negative outcomes.

    In popular culture, the term jinx is often used casually as a playful warning or to bring attention to a potential dangerous situation. Additionally, breaking a jinx may involve performing rituals or charms to counteract the negative effects believed to be caused by the jinx.

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Etymology of JINX

The word "jinx" has uncertain origins, and its etymology is not definitively known. It is believed to have originated in the United States in the early 20th century, around 1911. There are a few theories regarding its etymology:

1. The 18th-century European term "jynx" or "iynx": Some suggest that "jinx" may have derived from the Greek word "iynx" or "iunx", which referred to a wryneck bird traditionally used in magical practices. It is said that the bird was used in rituals to cast spells or bring good luck. Over time, the term "jynx" evolved into "jinx" in English, losing its direct association with magical practice.

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Plural form of JINX is JINXES

Conjugate verb Jinx

CONDITIONAL

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

CONDITIONAL CONTINUOUS

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

CONDITIONAL PERFECT

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

CONDITIONAL PERFECT CONTINUOUS

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

FUTURE

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

FUTURE CONTINUOUS

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

FUTURE PERFECT

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

FUTURE PERFECT CONTINUOUS

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

IMPERATIVE

you jinx
we let´s jinx

NONFINITE VERB FORMS

to jinx

PAST

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

PAST CONTINUOUS

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

PAST PARTICIPLE

jinxed

PAST PERFECT

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

PAST PERFECT CONTINUOUS

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

PRESENT

I jinx
you jinx
he/she/it jinxes
we jinx
they jinx
he/she/it jinxs

PRESENT CONTINUOUS

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

PRESENT PARTICIPLE

jinxing

PRESENT PERFECT

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

PRESENT PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I have been jinxing
you have been jinxing
he/she/it has been jinxing
we have been jinxing
they have been jinxing
I would have jinxed
we would have jinxed
you would have jinxed
he/she/it would have jinxed
they would have jinxed

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