The spelling of "more sorrowing" is phonetically transcribed as /mɔːr ˈsɒrəʊɪŋ/. The word "more" is pronounced with a long "o" sound as in "bore," and the "e" at the end is silent. "Sorrowing" is pronounced with the stress on the second syllable, and the "o" sound is pronounced as in "or." The "-ing" ending is pronounced with a soft "g" sound at the end. "More sorrowing" refers to a greater degree of grief, sadness, or mourning.
"More sorrowing" refers to an intensified state of experiencing grief, sadness, or distress. It describes a situation or individual expressing a higher degree of sorrow than would typically be expected or observed in a given context. The term encompasses feelings of deep anguish, heartache, or suffering, often accompanied by lamentation or mourning. When something or someone is described as "more sorrowing," it implies a heightened level of emotional or psychological sadness that surpasses the ordinary or expected level of sorrow.
This phrase can be used to describe both personal and collective experiences of sorrow. In personal contexts, an individual may be described as more sorrowing if they are overcome with overwhelming grief due to personal loss, upheaval, or disappointment. In collective contexts, it can refer to a community or society experiencing a prolonged period of widespread suffering, such as through war, natural disasters, or a public tragedy.
The phrase "more sorrowing" suggests a profound emotional state, often accompanied by visible manifestations such as crying, deep mourning, or a noticeable change in one's behavior or demeanor. It conveys the idea that the sorrow being experienced surpasses what might be considered normal or expected, indicating a particularly acute or intense sadness.
The phrase "more sorrowing" is not a word itself, but a combination of the adjective "more" and the verb "sorrowing".
The adjective "more" comes from the Old English word "māra", which means "greater" or "additional". It can be traced back to the Proto-Germanic word "maizô", meaning "more".
The verb "sorrowing" is derived from the noun "sorrow", which originated from the Old English word "sorg", meaning "grief" or "sorrow". The Old English word can be traced to the Proto-Germanic word "*surgaz", which means "care" or "sorrow".
Combining the adjective "more" with the verb "sorrowing" creates a phrase that denotes an increased or intensified state of experiencing grief or sorrow.