How Do You Spell PHILANDER?

Pronunciation: [fɪlˈandə] (IPA)

The word "philander" is often misspelled due to its unique spelling. The correct pronunciation of this word is /fɪˈlændər/ with the stress on the second syllable. The first syllable "phi" is pronounced with a short "i" sound, like "fih". The second syllable "lan" is pronounced with a long "a" sound, like "layn". The final syllable "der" is pronounced with a short "e" sound, like "duhr". Despite its uncommon spelling, "philander" means to engage in casual or promiscuous sexual behavior.

PHILANDER Meaning and Definition

1. Philander is a verb that refers to engaging in casual or flirtatious romantic relationships or affairs with multiple individuals, often without any sincere or long-term commitment. This term is predominantly used to describe a person, typically a man, who is known for pursuing romantic or sexual encounters with numerous partners.

   The act of philandering involves seeking pleasure or emotional fulfillment through these temporary relationships, without necessarily seeking a deeper emotional connection or commitment. Philanderers often display a lack of loyalty or faithfulness to their partners, as they tend to constantly seek new conquests and engage in short-lived passionate affairs.

   The term derives from the Greek word "philandros," meaning "loving men." However, over time, it has come to specifically denote a person who is unfaithful or insincere in matters of love and romance. Philandering behavior is typically seen as dishonest, unethical, and disrespectful towards the emotional well-being of others involved.

   It is important to note that the term philander is typically used in a negative or critical context, as it often implies a lack of commitment and integrity. However, different cultural norms and societal expectations may influence the perception of philandering behavior.

Common Misspellings for PHILANDER

• ohilander
• lhilander
• 0hilander
• pgilander
• pbilander
• pnilander
• pjilander
• puilander
• pyilander
• philanderd
• philadner
• phylander
• hylander
• hirander
• trailander
• Diitander
• Philendar
• Hiylander
• Shalandel

Etymology of PHILANDER

The word "philander" originated from the Greek language. It comes from the combination of two Greek words: "philos", meaning "loving" or "fond of", and "andros", which means "man". In Greek, the word "philandros" (φιλανδρος) represents a man who is fond of or loves women. The term was then adapted into English as "philander" in the late 18th century, retaining its meaning of a man who pursues or has casual affairs with women.

Similar spelling words for PHILANDER

• philanthropy,
• philanderer,
• Piland.

Conjugate verb Philander

CONDITIONAL PERFECT

I would have philandered

you would have philandered

he/she/it would have philandered

we would have philandered

they would have philandered

I would have philander

you would have philander

he/she/it would have philander

we would have philander

they would have philander

CONDITIONAL PERFECT PROGRESSIVE

I would have been philandering

you would have been philandering

he/she/it would have been philandering

we would have been philandering

they would have been philandering

CONDITIONAL PRESENT

I would philander

you would philander

he/she/it would philander

we would philander

they would philander

CONDITIONAL PRESENT PROGRESSIVE

I would be philandering

you would be philandering

he/she/it would be philandering

we would be philandering

they would be philandering

FUTURE

I will philander

you will philander

he/she/it will philander

we will philander

they will philander

FUTURE CONTINUOUS

I will be philandering

you will be philandering

he/she/it will be philandering

we will be philandering

they will be philandering

FUTURE PERFECT

I will have philandered

you will have philandered

he/she/it will have philandered

we will have philandered

they will have philandered

FUTURE PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I will have been philandering

you will have been philandering

he/she/it will have been philandering

we will have been philandering

they will have been philandering

IMPERATIVE

you philander

we let´s philander

NONFINITE VERB FORMS

to philander

PAST CONTINUOUS

I was philandering

you were philandering

he/she/it was philandering

we were philandering

they were philandering

PAST PARTICIPLE

philandered

PAST PERFECT

I had philandered

you had philandered

he/she/it had philandered

we had philandered

they had philandered

PAST PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I had been philandering

you had been philandering

he/she/it had been philandering

we had been philandering

they had been philandering

PRESENT

I philander

you philander

he/she/it philanders

we philander

they philander

PRESENT CONTINUOUS

I am philandering

you are philandering

he/she/it is philandering

we are philandering

they are philandering

PRESENT PARTICIPLE

philandering

PRESENT PERFECT

I have philandered

you have philandered

he/she/it has philandered

we have philandered

they have philandered

PRESENT PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I have been philandering

you have been philandering

he/she/it has been philandering

we have been philandering

they have been philandering

PRESENT SUBJUNCTIVE

he/she/it philander

SIMPLE PAST

I philandered

you philandered

he/she/it philandered

we philandered

they philandered