How Do You Spell MISBEHAVE?

Pronunciation: [mɪsbɪhˈe͡ɪv] (IPA)

The spelling of the word "misbehave" is quite straightforward when using the International Phonetic Alphabet (IPA). The first syllable, "mis," is pronounced /mɪs/, as in "miss," while the second syllable, "behave," is pronounced /bɪˈheɪv/, just like the word "behave." Together, they form a word that means to act in a manner that is not socially acceptable or appropriate. It's important to spell this word correctly, especially when communicating with others in a professional or academic setting.

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MISBEHAVE Meaning and Definition

  1. Misbehave is a verb that is commonly used to describe the improper or unacceptable behavior of individuals, particularly in social or formal settings. It refers to the act of behaving in a manner that is considered inappropriate, contrary to accepted norms, or not conforming to expected standards of conduct. When someone misbehaves, they engage in actions that transgress or violate established rules, customs, or expectations.

    In practical terms, misbehaving can encompass a wide range of behaviors, from minor infractions to more serious and disruptive actions. Examples of misbehavior may include disobedience, defiance, rudeness, disrespect, or disruptive conduct. Children are often said to misbehave when they do not follow instructions, fail to adhere to household rules, or exhibit disobedient behavior. Similarly, adults can also misbehave in various contexts, such as at work, in public places, or during formal events.

    The notion of misbehaving implies a deviation from accepted social codes or moral guidelines. Misbehavior is typically seen as a breach of decorum or a failure to adhere to societal expectations. Consequently, it often carries negative connotations and can result in reprimands, consequences, or punishments imposed by authority figures or governing entities. The intention behind the term "misbehave" is to emphasize behavior that deviates from what is considered appropriate or socially acceptable.

  2. To conduct one's self improperly.

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

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Etymology of MISBEHAVE

The word "misbehave" is a combination of two elements: "mis-" and "behave".

The prefix "mis-" comes from Middle English and Old English, ultimately derived from the Germanic word "missa-" which means "wrong" or "bad". This prefix is commonly used to indicate something done incorrectly or inappropriately.

The term "behave" comes from Old English "behabban", which means "to have or to possess". Over time, it evolved to mean "to conduct oneself in a particular way".

Thus, when combined, "misbehave" suggests the action of behaving improperly or in a manner that does not conform to accepted norms or rules.

Similar spelling words for MISBEHAVE

Conjugate verb Misbehave

CONDITIONAL PERFECT

I would have misbehaved
you would have misbehaved
he/she/it would have misbehaved
we would have misbehaved
they would have misbehaved
I would have misbehave
you would have misbehave
he/she/it would have misbehave
we would have misbehave
they would have misbehave

CONDITIONAL PERFECT PROGRESSIVE

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

CONDITIONAL PRESENT

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

CONDITIONAL PRESENT PROGRESSIVE

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

FUTURE

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

FUTURE CONTINUOUS

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

FUTURE PERFECT

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

FUTURE PERFECT CONTINUOUS

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

IMPERATIVE

you misbehave
we let´s misbehave

NONFINITE VERB FORMS

to misbehave

PAST CONTINUOUS

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

PAST PARTICIPLE

misbehaved

PAST PERFECT

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

PAST PERFECT CONTINUOUS

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

PRESENT

I misbehave
you misbehave
he/she/it misbehaves
we misbehave
they misbehave

PRESENT CONTINUOUS

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

PRESENT PARTICIPLE

misbehaving

PRESENT PERFECT

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

PRESENT PERFECT CONTINUOUS

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

PRESENT SUBJUNCTIVE

he/she/it misbehave

SIMPLE PAST

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

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