How Do You Spell NIGGLE?

Pronunciation: [nˈɪɡə͡l] (IPA)

Niggle is a word that often causes confusion when it comes to spelling. Its pronunciation is /ˈnɪɡl/, with a short "i" sound like in "it," a "g" sound like in "go," and an "l" sound like in "lull." The spelling of "niggle" is particularly tricky because it contains two consonants that can be pronounced in different ways depending on the context. However, once you understand the correct phonetic transcription, spelling the word "niggle" correctly should no longer be a challenge.

Meaning and Definition
Common Misspellings
Etymology
Idioms
Similar spelling words
Plural
Conjugate verb
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NIGGLE Meaning and Definition

  1. Niggle is a verb that means to worry or be concerned over minor or trivial details or annoyances. It is often used to describe a sense of nagging or persistent dissatisfaction with something that is not significant enough to cause serious distress, but nonetheless preoccupies the mind and causes irritation. Niggling is associated with feelings of unease or discomfort that may result from dissatisfaction with the quality, accuracy, or precision of something.

    This term is commonly used when referring to someone who excessively frets or finds fault with insignificant aspects of a situation or object, often prolonging or complicating a task unnecessarily. A person who niggles might focus on small imperfections, nitpicking details that have little overall impact on the situation at hand. Niggling often implies a tendency to overthink or magnify minor errors or uncertainties.

    In a broader context, niggle can also refer to persistent physical discomfort or a minor ache or pain that persists over time. It can describe anything that persistently irritates, worries, or bothers someone, even though it may be relatively insignificant in the grand scheme of things. Niggles are often regarded as trivial or bothersome distractions from more important matters and may cause frustration or impede progress if not addressed or resolved.

  2. To trifle.

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

Common Misspellings for NIGGLE

Etymology of NIGGLE

The word "niggle" originated in the late 16th century in English. Its etymology is uncertain, but it is believed to have derived from the Middle Dutch word "niggelen", which means "to be busy with trifles". Another possible origin is the Old Norse word "hnǫggva", which means "to cut or hack". Over time, "niggle" has come to mean "to worry or concern oneself with insignificant matters" or "to find fault with small or trivial things".

Idioms with the word NIGGLE

  • niggle (over sth) (with sm) The idiom "niggle over something (with someone)" means to find fault or express dissatisfaction with minor or insignificant details or issues, usually in a persistent or nagging manner, often involving a disagreement or argument with someone. It refers to a tendency to nitpick or focus on trivial matters, causing unnecessary tension or disagreement.
  • niggle about sth The idiom "niggle about something" refers to constantly finding small faults or being overly critical about an insignificant or unimportant matter. It signifies being overly concerned with minor details and obsessing over trivial aspects of a situation or topic, often causing annoyance or frustration to others.
  • niggle about The idiom "niggle about" means to fuss, criticize, or complain about insignificant or trivial matters. It refers to someone who constantly and nitpicks about small details, often causing annoyance or frustration for others.

Similar spelling words for NIGGLE

Plural form of NIGGLE is NIGGLES

Conjugate verb Niggle

CONDITIONAL PERFECT

I would have niggled
you would have niggled
he/she/it would have niggled
we would have niggled
they would have niggled
I would have niggle
you would have niggle
he/she/it would have niggle
we would have niggle
they would have niggle

CONDITIONAL PERFECT PROGRESSIVE

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

CONDITIONAL PRESENT

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

CONDITIONAL PRESENT PROGRESSIVE

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

FUTURE

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

FUTURE CONTINUOUS

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

FUTURE PERFECT

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

FUTURE PERFECT CONTINUOUS

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

IMPERATIVE

you niggle
we let´s niggle

NONFINITE VERB FORMS

to niggle

PAST CONTINUOUS

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

PAST PARTICIPLE

niggled

PAST PERFECT

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

PAST PERFECT CONTINUOUS

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

PRESENT

I niggle
you niggle
he/she/it niggles
we niggle
they niggle

PRESENT CONTINUOUS

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

PRESENT PARTICIPLE

niggling

PRESENT PERFECT

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

PRESENT PERFECT CONTINUOUS

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

PRESENT SUBJUNCTIVE

he/she/it niggle

SIMPLE PAST

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

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