How Do You Spell PUNCHED?

Pronunciation: [pˈʌnt͡ʃt] (IPA)

The word "punched" is spelled with a /t/ sound at the end, even though it might be pronounced without the /t/ by some speakers. The reason for this is an important feature of English spelling: silent letters. In this case, the letter "-ed" is added to the base form "punch," but the final consonant sound /t/ is only pronounced after certain sounds (such as voiceless consonants like /k/ or /s/), otherwise it is silent. So, the spelling of "punched" with a "-t" is a way to show this silent letter and the past-tense form of the word.

PUNCHED Meaning and Definition

1. Punched is a verb that refers to the action of striking or hitting something with force using a closed fist, typically to inflict physical injury or pain. This term is commonly associated with the act of punching in the context of combat sports or physical altercations. However, it can also be used figuratively to describe the forceful impact or penetration of an object or idea on someone or something.

   In a literal sense, punched implies delivering a blow or strike by swiftly extending the arm and clenching the hand into a fist, making contact with the target object or individual. This action is often characterized by sharp, forceful movements and can result in visible damage such as bruises, cuts, or broken bones.

   Figuratively, punched can describe the impact or influence of something on someone's emotions or thoughts. For instance, an impactful and emotionally charged movie may be said to have "punched" the audience, indicating that it made a significant impact on them, leaving a lasting impression.

   Furthermore, in technology and industry, punched can refer to the act of making punctures or holes in a material or surface using a tool like a punch. This technique is commonly used in manufacturing processes, such as creating perforations in paper or cardboard to facilitate tearing or folding.

   Overall, the term "punched" encompasses the forceful striking action, both in a literal physical sense and a figurative sense of impact and influence.

Top Common Misspellings for PUNCHED *

• puched 83.6734693%
• pucnhed 4.0816326%
• puncked 4.0816326%
• punshed 2.0408163%
• puniched 2.0408163%

* The statistics data for these misspellings percentages are collected from over 15,411,110 spell check sessions on www.spellchecker.net from Jan 2010 - Jun 2012.

Other Common Misspellings for PUNCHED

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• Punahe
• unchedo

Etymology of PUNCHED

The word "punched" originated from the Middle English word "punchen" or "poncen", which derived from the Old French word "poinçonner". The Old French term meant "to perforate", coming from the noun "poinçon", meaning "prick" or "point". This ultimately traces back to the Latin word "punctio", which means "pricking" or "puncturing". Over time, the word "punched" came to refer to the act of striking or making holes in something with a tool called a punch, which features a sharp point or a shaped end for creating specific patterns or designs.

Idioms with the word PUNCHED

• get one's ticket punched The idiom "get one's ticket punched" typically means to have one's plans, goals, or ambitions fulfilled or achieved. It refers to the idea of having a ticket stamped or punched to gain access or permission to proceed with something.

Conjugate verb Punched

CONDITIONAL

I would punch

we would punch

you would punch

he/she/it would punch

they would punch

FUTURE

I will punch

we will punch

you will punch

he/she/it will punch

they will punch

FUTURE PERFECT

I will have punched

we will have punched

you will have punched

he/she/it will have punched

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PAST

I punched

we punched

you punched

he/she/it punched

they punched

PAST PERFECT

I had punched

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PRESENT

I punch

we punch

you punch

he/she/it punches

they punch

PRESENT PERFECT

I have punched

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you have punched

he/she/it has punched

they have punched

I am punching

we are punching

you are punching

he/she/it is punching

they are punching

I was punching

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I will be punching

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I have been punching

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I had been punching

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