How Do You Spell LAMPOON?

Pronunciation: [lampˈuːn] (IPA)

Lampoon is a humorous form of satire that is often seen in literature or media. The spelling of the word "lampoon" is quite unique - the "l" sound is followed by the "a" sound, which makes it a bit tricky for some people to spell correctly. The word "lampoon" is pronounced /læmˈpuːn/ in IPA phonetic transcription. The first syllable "lam" rhymes with "jam," and "poon" rhymes with "soon." Remembering this will ensure that you spell "lampoon" correctly every time.

LAMPOON Meaning and Definition

1. A lampoon is a form of satirical composition or artistic work that aims to ridicule or mock a person, group of people, or a particular idea through humorous and exaggerated means. Typically, lampoons are created with the intent of exposing flaws, imperfections, or absurdities in the targeted subject matter by utilizing irony, sarcasm, and ridicule.

   Lampoons can take various forms, such as written texts, cartoons, parodies, skits, or even songs. Their purpose is to provoke laughter, but also to draw attention to social, political, or cultural issues, often challenging established beliefs or status quo through exaggerated and often farcical portrayals. By boldly and sarcastically highlighting the shortcomings of an individual or a group, a lampoon encourages critical thinking and promotes a humorous reflection on the subject being lampooned.

   Originating from the French word "lampons," meaning "let's drink, let's chat," a lampoon was historically a genre of light verse or song performed and enjoyed by social gatherings. It gradually evolved into a form of expression that combined wit, intelligence, and amusement to achieve a social and political impact.

   While lampoons are designed to entertain and amuse, they are also capable of provoking controversy or offense, especially when dealing with sensitive or controversial subjects. As such, understanding the satirical nature of a lampoon is essential to appreciating its comedic value and recognizing its underlying message.

2. • Personal satire in writing; written censure.

   • To assail with personal satire; to satirise.

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

Common Misspellings for LAMPOON

• hampon
• camioon
• jampoot
• kampoon
• pampoon
• oampoon
• lzmpoon
• lsmpoon
• lwmpoon
• lqmpoon
• lanpoon
• lakpoon
• lajpoon
• lamooon
• lamponn
• lampoone
• pampion
• lampoonz
• lamtbon
• Lampoune
• Kampooh
• Lamboog
• pampoun
• Lamphron
• bampoot
• Vampool
• lympton
• Lampponir
• bampoff
• Lamboton

Etymology of LAMPOON

The word "lampoon" comes from the French word "lampon", which is derived from the Italian word "lam(p)one". This Italian term refers to a type of song or verse characterized by a low, crude, or obscene nature. The Italian word is believed to have originated from the Italian phrase "lampo de Luna", meaning "moon's path" or "moonbeam". This ultimately traces back to the Latin word "lamina", meaning "thin plate" or "metal sheet" and figuratively referring to a sword or blade, in this case, symbolizing a cutting or satirical work. Over time, "lampon" evolved into "lampoon" in English and became associated with satirical or mocking writing or speech.

Similar spelling words for LAMPOON

• lampman,
• lampooner.

Plural form of LAMPOON is LAMPOONS

Conjugate verb Lampoon

CONDITIONAL PERFECT

I would have lampooned

you would have lampooned

he/she/it would have lampooned

we would have lampooned

they would have lampooned

I would have lampoon

you would have lampoon

he/she/it would have lampoon

we would have lampoon

they would have lampoon

CONDITIONAL PERFECT PROGRESSIVE

I would have been lampooning

you would have been lampooning

he/she/it would have been lampooning

we would have been lampooning

they would have been lampooning

CONDITIONAL PRESENT

I would lampoon

you would lampoon

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we would lampoon

they would lampoon

CONDITIONAL PRESENT PROGRESSIVE

I would be lampooning

you would be lampooning

he/she/it would be lampooning

we would be lampooning

they would be lampooning

FUTURE

I will lampoon

you will lampoon

he/she/it will lampoon

we will lampoon

they will lampoon

FUTURE CONTINUOUS

I will be lampooning

you will be lampooning

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we will be lampooning

they will be lampooning

FUTURE PERFECT

I will have lampooned

you will have lampooned

he/she/it will have lampooned

we will have lampooned

they will have lampooned

FUTURE PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I will have been lampooning

you will have been lampooning

he/she/it will have been lampooning

we will have been lampooning

they will have been lampooning

IMPERATIVE

you lampoon

we let´s lampoon

NONFINITE VERB FORMS

to lampoon

PAST CONTINUOUS

I was lampooning

you were lampooning

he/she/it was lampooning

we were lampooning

they were lampooning

PAST PARTICIPLE

lampooned

PAST PERFECT

I had lampooned

you had lampooned

he/she/it had lampooned

we had lampooned

they had lampooned

PAST PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I had been lampooning

you had been lampooning

he/she/it had been lampooning

we had been lampooning

they had been lampooning

PRESENT

I lampoon

you lampoon

he/she/it lampoons

we lampoon

they lampoon

PRESENT CONTINUOUS

I am lampooning

you are lampooning

he/she/it is lampooning

we are lampooning

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PRESENT PARTICIPLE

lampooning

PRESENT PERFECT

I have lampooned

you have lampooned

he/she/it has lampooned

we have lampooned

they have lampooned

PRESENT PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I have been lampooning

you have been lampooning

he/she/it has been lampooning

we have been lampooning

they have been lampooning

PRESENT SUBJUNCTIVE

he/she/it lampoon

SIMPLE PAST

I lampooned

you lampooned

he/she/it lampooned

we lampooned

they lampooned