How Do You Spell MEOW?

Pronunciation: [mɪˈa͡ʊ] (IPA)

The spelling of the word "meow" has long perplexed many English language learners. The word is pronounced /mi-aʊ/ in IPA phonetic transcription, with the first syllable sounding like "me," and the second syllable ending with the "ow" sound as in "cow." Some theories suggest that the word was originally spelled "mew," which is the sound that cats make, but the spelling changed over time to match the way it's pronounced. Regardless of its origins, "meow" has become the accepted spelling for the feline vocalization.

MEOW Meaning and Definition

  1. Meow is an onomatopoeic interjection used to represent the sound made by a domestic cat. It is often uttered as a vocalization or expression by felines, primarily when attempting to communicate with humans or other animals. The term "meow" has derived from the cat's natural instinctive vocalization, which varies in pitch, tone, and length depending on the situation or intention of the feline.

    As a common language interpretation, "meow" is typically associated with a short, high-pitched, and vibrating sound formed by combining vocalization and breath. It is often considered as a form of cat language used to express various emotions, needs, or desires. The exact meaning behind a "meow" may vary depending on the context, as cats can use different intonation patterns to convey different messages. For instance, a short and softly spoken "meow" could represent a greeting or a request for attention, while a longer and louder "meow" might indicate distress, hunger, or annoyance.

    Due to its distinct characteristic and universal recognition, "meow" has become an iconic representation of a cat's vocalization in popular culture, literature, and media. It is often imitated or exaggerated in human communication to create a playful or humorous effect. Moreover, due to the internet's influence on popular culture, "meow" has gained further prominence as an internet meme, symbolizing both the affectionate and quirky nature of these beloved feline companions.

Common Misspellings for MEOW

Etymology of MEOW

The word "meow" is an onomatopoeic representation of the sound that a cat makes. Onomatopoeia refers to words that imitate or resemble the sounds associated with objects, actions, or phenomena they describe. In the case of "meow", its etymology can be traced back to the Old English word "mēaw", which represented the sound cats make. Over time, "mēaw" evolved into "meow" as the English language changed.

Idioms with the word MEOW

  • cat's meow The idiom "cat's meow" is typically used to describe something or someone that is highly praised or admired. It refers to something or someone that is considered exceptional, outstanding, or regarded with great approval.

Similar spelling words for MEOW

Plural form of MEOW is MEOWS

Conjugate verb Meow

CONDITIONAL PERFECT

I would have meowed
you would have meowed
he/she/it would have meowed
we would have meowed
they would have meowed
I would have meow
you would have meow
he/she/it would have meow
we would have meow
they would have meow

CONDITIONAL PERFECT PROGRESSIVE

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

CONDITIONAL PRESENT

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

CONDITIONAL PRESENT PROGRESSIVE

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

FUTURE

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

FUTURE CONTINUOUS

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

FUTURE PERFECT

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

FUTURE PERFECT CONTINUOUS

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

IMPERATIVE

you meow
we let´s meow

NONFINITE VERB FORMS

to meow

PAST CONTINUOUS

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

PAST PARTICIPLE

meowed

PAST PERFECT

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

PAST PERFECT CONTINUOUS

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

PRESENT

I meow
you meow
he/she/it meows
we meow
they meow

PRESENT CONTINUOUS

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

PRESENT PARTICIPLE

meowing

PRESENT PERFECT

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

PRESENT PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I have been meowing
you have been meowing
he/she/it has been meowing
we have been meowing
they have been meowing

PRESENT SUBJUNCTIVE

he/she/it meow

SIMPLE PAST

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

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