How Do You Spell OVERGIRD?

Pronunciation: [ˌə͡ʊvəɡˈɜːd] (IPA)

Overgird is a verb that means to encircle or surround with a belt or girdle. The phonetic transcription of this word using the International Phonetic Alphabet is /ˌəʊvəˈɡəːd/. The first syllable "o-v-e-r" is pronounced as /ˌəʊvə/ with a long "o" sound followed by a short "u" sound, while the second syllable "gird" is pronounced with a long "i" sound /ˈɡəːd/. The final "e" is silent. The spelling of overgird is unique and not commonly used in everyday vocabulary.

OVERGIRD Meaning and Definition

  1. Overgird is a verb that can be used in two distinct contexts:

    1. In a literal sense, overgird refers to the act of enclosing or encompassing something with a belt, strap, or band. It denotes the action of securing or fastening an object tightly by encircling it with a girdle or similar device. This could involve restraining or holding something together, typically with the use of a physical belt or strap.

    2. On a metaphorical level, overgird signifies the act of strengthening or fortifying one's resolve, determination, or courage. It suggests the process of mentally preparing oneself for a challenging situation or endeavor by summoning inner strength. This can involve bolstering one's confidence or self-belief, gathering their emotional resources, and mentally bracing themselves to confront and overcome obstacles or difficulties.

    The term overgird typically conveys a sense of readiness, preparedness, or determination. It implies a deliberate and conscious effort to fortify oneself, either physically or mentally, to face challenges head-on. The word originates from the combination of "over," meaning above or beyond, and "gird," which refers to the act of encircling or surrounding something. Through its various uses, overgird suggests the idea of tightening or securing something in a physical or metaphorical sense, empowering individuals to face adversity and accomplish their goals.

Common Misspellings for OVERGIRD

  • ivergird
  • kvergird
  • lvergird
  • pvergird
  • 0vergird
  • 9vergird
  • ocergird
  • obergird
  • ogergird
  • ofergird
  • ovwrgird
  • ovsrgird
  • ovdrgird
  • ovrrgird
  • ov4rgird
  • ov3rgird
  • oveegird
  • ovedgird
  • ovefgird
  • ovetgird

Conjugate verb Overgird

CONDITIONAL

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

CONDITIONAL CONTINUOUS

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

CONDITIONAL PERFECT

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

CONDITIONAL PERFECT CONTINUOUS

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

FUTURE

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

FUTURE CONTINUOUS

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

FUTURE PERFECT

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

FUTURE PERFECT CONTINUOUS

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

IMPERATIVE

you overgird
we let´s overgird

NONFINITE VERB FORMS

to overgird

PAST

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

PAST CONTINUOUS

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

PAST PARTICIPLE

overgirded

PAST PERFECT

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

PAST PERFECT CONTINUOUS

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

PRESENT

I overgird
you overgird
he/she/it overgirds
we overgird
they overgird

PRESENT CONTINUOUS

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

PRESENT PARTICIPLE

overgirding

PRESENT PERFECT

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

PRESENT PERFECT CONTINUOUS

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