How Do You Spell MASQUERADE?

Pronunciation: [mˈaskwəɹˌe͡ɪd] (IPA)

Masquerade has a tricky spelling that may confuse some. The word begins with "mas," which is pronounced /mæs/ with the short "a" sound. Then comes "quer," which is pronounced /kwer/. Finally, the word ends with "ade," which is pronounced /eɪd/. So the whole word is pronounced /mæskwəreɪd/. To remember this spelling, it may help to break it down into syllables and practice each part individually. Despite the spelling, masquerade remains a popular word associated with fun and mystery.

MASQUERADE Meaning and Definition

  1. Masquerade is a noun that refers to an elaborate costume party or social gathering where participants wear disguises, masks, or other forms of concealment to conceal their true identities. It is also known as a masquerade ball or simply a masque. This term is derived from the French word "masque," meaning mask.

    In its literal sense, masquerade involves individuals donning costumes that often represent historical figures, mythical beings, animals, or simply imaginative creations. Masks are frequently utilized to further obscure their faces and create an aura of mystery. People partake in masquerades for various purposes, such as entertainment, celebration, or artistic expression. Additionally, masquerades can be seen in cultural and traditional festivities worldwide, such as the Carnival of Venice in Italy or the Mardi Gras celebrations in New Orleans.

    Metaphorically, "masquerade" describes actions or behavior that involve disguise or pretense, often with an intention to deceive or mislead others. This deceptive element implies a deliberate act of adopting a false appearance or assuming a different persona in order to achieve a specific goal or manipulate others' perceptions. It can refer to situations where people hide their true intentions, feelings, or motives behind a facade, typically for personal gain, power, or social acceptance.

    Overall, masquerade denotes both the festive gathering where disguises are worn and the act of pretending or concealing one's true identity or motives.

  2. • A nocturnal meeting of persons wearing masks, at which they amuse themselves with dancing, &c.; disguise; a Spanish equestrian diversion.
    • To put into disguise; to go in disguise.

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

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Etymology of MASQUERADE

The word "masquerade" is derived from the Middle French word "masquerade", which is formed from the verb "masquer" meaning "to blacken the face" or "to disguise oneself". This verb is related to the Italian word "maschera" and the Spanish word "máscara", both meaning "mask". The origin of "masquer" can be traced back to the Arabic word "maskharah" or "maskharat", which refers to a type of dramatic performance involving disguises and masks. The word eventually entered English in the 16th century, primarily referring to a masked ball or a type of social gathering.

Idioms with the word MASQUERADE

  • masquerade as sm or sth The idiom "masquerade as someone or something" means to pretend to be someone or something that you are not. It involves adopting a false identity or role in order to deceive others.

Similar spelling words for MASQUERADE

Plural form of MASQUERADE is MASQUERADES

Conjugate verb Masquerade

CONDITIONAL PERFECT

I would have masqueraded
you would have masqueraded
he/she/it would have masqueraded
we would have masqueraded
they would have masqueraded
I would have masquerade
you would have masquerade
he/she/it would have masquerade
we would have masquerade
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CONDITIONAL PERFECT PROGRESSIVE

I would have been masquerading
you would have been masquerading
he/she/it would have been masquerading
we would have been masquerading
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CONDITIONAL PRESENT

I would masquerade
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we would masquerade
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CONDITIONAL PRESENT PROGRESSIVE

I would be masquerading
you would be masquerading
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we would be masquerading
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FUTURE

I will masquerade
you will masquerade
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they will masquerade

FUTURE CONTINUOUS

I will be masquerading
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FUTURE PERFECT

I will have masqueraded
you will have masqueraded
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they will have masqueraded

FUTURE PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I will have been masquerading
you will have been masquerading
he/she/it will have been masquerading
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they will have been masquerading

IMPERATIVE

you masquerade
we let´s masquerade

NONFINITE VERB FORMS

to masquerade

PAST CONTINUOUS

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

PAST PARTICIPLE

masqueraded

PAST PERFECT

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

PAST PERFECT CONTINUOUS

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

PRESENT

I masquerade
you masquerade
he/she/it masquerades
we masquerade
they masquerade

PRESENT CONTINUOUS

I am masquerading
you are masquerading
he/she/it is masquerading
we are masquerading
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PRESENT PARTICIPLE

masquerading

PRESENT PERFECT

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

PRESENT PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I have been masquerading
you have been masquerading
he/she/it has been masquerading
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they have been masquerading

PRESENT SUBJUNCTIVE

he/she/it masquerade

SIMPLE PAST

I masqueraded
you masqueraded
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we masqueraded
they masqueraded

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