How Do You Spell MISPLEASE?

Pronunciation: [mɪsplˈiːz] (IPA)

The word "misplease" is spelled with the prefix "mis" indicating a negative or incorrect action, and the root word "please" meaning to make someone happy or satisfied. The IPA phonetic transcription of this word is /mɪsˈpliːz/. The stress is on the second syllable, indicated with the 'ˈ'. Its correct spelling helps to convey its meaning accurately. The word misplease is often used to express dissatisfaction or disappointment, and it is helpful to spell it correctly to ensure clear communication.

MISPLEASE Meaning and Definition

  1. Misplease is a verb that refers to causing displeasure or dissatisfaction to someone. It is derived from the combination of the prefix "mis-" which suggests a negative or contrary meaning, and the verb "please", which means to give satisfaction or pleasure to someone.

    When a person mispleases someone, they fail to meet that individual's expectations, desires, or preferences, resulting in their dissatisfaction or annoyance. This term is often used to describe behavior or actions that disappoint or upset others. It implies the failure to bring joy, contentment, or fulfillment to someone, usually resulting in their displeasure or disdain.

    Mispleasing someone can occur in various contexts, whether in personal relationships, professional settings, or social interactions. It suggests a lack of fulfillment of expectations or the inability to meet the desires or needs of others. For instance, suggesting a meal that someone dislikes, giving a gift that fails to satisfy a person's taste, or offending someone with inappropriate behavior would all be examples of mispleasing actions.

    In sum, misplease refers to the act of causing dissatisfaction or displeasure, failing to fulfill someone's expectations or desires. It represents a contrary action to pleasing or satisfying others, often leading to a negative emotional response from the person who is not pleased.

Etymology of MISPLEASE

The word "misplease" is derived from the combination of two words: "mis-" and "please".

The prefix "mis-" is of Germanic origin and is often used to imply the concept of "wrong" or "badly". The prefix can intensify or invert the meaning of the root word it is attached to. In the case of "misplease", it implies a negative or unsatisfactory form of pleasing.

The verb "please" comes from the Old French word "plaisir", which meant "to give pleasure" or "to satisfy". It derives from the Latin word "placere", meaning "to be acceptable" or "to be agreeable". In English, "please" has evolved to mean expressing one's desire to make someone happy or satisfy their wishes.

Conjugate verb Misplease

CONDITIONAL

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

CONDITIONAL CONTINUOUS

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

CONDITIONAL PERFECT

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

CONDITIONAL PERFECT CONTINUOUS

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

FUTURE

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

FUTURE CONTINUOUS

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

FUTURE PERFECT

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

FUTURE PERFECT CONTINUOUS

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

IMPERATIVE

you misplease
we let´s misplease

NONFINITE VERB FORMS

to misplease

PAST

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

PAST CONTINUOUS

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

PAST PARTICIPLE

mispleased

PAST PERFECT

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

PAST PERFECT CONTINUOUS

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

PRESENT

I misplease
you misplease
he/she/it mispleases
we misplease
they misplease

PRESENT CONTINUOUS

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

PRESENT PARTICIPLE

mispleasing

PRESENT PERFECT

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

PRESENT PERFECT CONTINUOUS

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