How Do You Spell MIAOU?

Pronunciation: [miːˈa͡ʊ] (IPA)

Miaou is the English spelling of the sound a cat makes in French. It is spelled as "mee-aw" in IPA phonetic transcription, which represents the syllable stress on the first syllable 'mee' and vowel sound "aw" at the end. The spelling 'miaou' is an attempt to mimic the French pronunciation of the word 'miauler', which means 'to meow'. Although the word may seem odd to English speakers, it is commonly used by cat-lovers to capture the unique sound of a feline.

MIAOU Meaning and Definition

  1. "Miaou" is a word of onomatopoeic origin, primarily used to describe the soft or gentle cry made by a domestic cat. It is commonly believed to imitate the sound cats make when they vocalize, typically indicating their desire for attention, food, or companionship.

    The term "miaou" is not exclusive to any particular language but has become widely associated with the French language due to the country's historical association with cats and their popularity as pets. In English, it is often spelled as "meow," which is a phonetic representation of the sound.

    The pronunciation of "miaou" usually features two syllables, with the emphasis placed on the second syllable. It starts with the "mee" sound, created by using the lips together and vocal cords vibrating, followed by the "ow" sound, produced through the roundness of the mouth.

    The significance of "miaou" extends beyond pure sound imitation, as it holds cultural connotations associated with the feline species. It symbolizes the essence of these creatures, their communication, and their presence as a valued member of households worldwide. Additionally, "miaou" has become metaphorical, often used in literature or discussions to portray the whimsical nature, curiosity, or playfulness of cats.

Common Misspellings for MIAOU

Etymology of MIAOU

The word "miaou" is an onomatopoeic term used to represent the sound that a cat makes. The etymology of "miaou" is derived from the imitation of this particular sound.

Similar spelling words for MIAOU

Plural form of MIAOU is MIAOUS

Conjugate verb Miaou

CONDITIONAL

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

CONDITIONAL CONTINUOUS

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

CONDITIONAL PERFECT

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

CONDITIONAL PERFECT CONTINUOUS

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

FUTURE

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

FUTURE CONTINUOUS

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

FUTURE PERFECT

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

FUTURE PERFECT CONTINUOUS

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

IMPERATIVE

you miaou
we let´s miaou

NONFINITE VERB FORMS

to miaou

PAST

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

PAST CONTINUOUS

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

PAST PARTICIPLE

miaoued

PAST PERFECT

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

PAST PERFECT CONTINUOUS

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

PRESENT

I miaou
you miaou
he/she/it miaous
we miaou
they miaou

PRESENT CONTINUOUS

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

PRESENT PARTICIPLE

miaouing

PRESENT PERFECT

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

PRESENT PERFECT CONTINUOUS

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

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