How Do You Spell RAGGING?

Pronunciation: [ɹˈaɡɪŋ] (IPA)

The word "ragging" is spelled as /ˈræɡɪŋ/ in IPA phonetic transcription. This word is derived from the verb "rag" which refers to teasing or mocking someone in a playful way. The addition of "-ing" suffix in the word "ragging" converts the verb into a present participle form which is used to show an ongoing action. The correct spelling of this word has a "double g" at the end which represents the "g" sound being held for slightly longer than usual.

Meaning and Definition
Common Misspellings
Etymology
Plural
Conjugate verb
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RAGGING Meaning and Definition

  1. Ragging refers to a form of social interaction or initiation ritual that involves verbal, physical, or psychological abuse, often practiced by seniors towards newcomers or junior students in educational institutions, particularly colleges and universities. This term is primarily used in India and other South Asian countries.

    Ragging may include various activities such as bullying, teasing, humiliation, harassment, sarcasm, demanding money or gifts, forced actions, dangerous pranks, or creating an atmosphere of fear and discomfort for the victims. These actions can lead to physical and emotional distress, and in severe cases, may result in serious injuries or even death.

    The purpose behind ragging is often seen as a means of establishing a hierarchical power structure within the educational institution, asserting seniority, and initiating newcomers into the community. However, ragging is widely condemned due to its potential for abuse and harm. It can lead to low self-esteem, depression, anxiety, and even suicidal tendencies among victims.

    In recent years, educational institutions and authorities have taken measures to eradicate ragging, implementing strict anti-ragging policies and establishing grievance committees to address complaints and provide support to victims. Students are encouraged to report incidents of ragging, and severe consequences including legal action and expulsion can be imposed on those found guilty.

    Overall, ragging is considered a harmful and unethical practice that violates the dignity and well-being of students, and efforts are ongoing to create safe and inclusive educational environments free from such practices.

Common Misspellings for RAGGING

Etymology of RAGGING

The term "ragging" originated in British English in the late 18th century. It is derived from the word "rag", which refers to a piece of cloth or scrap material. In the context of "ragging", it initially referred to a form of jovial banter or teasing among students in British schools or universities. The term evolved to describe the practice of newcomers or freshers being subjected to pranks, practical jokes, and sometimes even harassment by older students or seniors as an initiation or hazing ritual.

Plural form of RAGGING is RAGGINGS

Conjugate verb Ragging

CONDITIONAL

I would ragging
you would ragging
he/she/it would ragging
we would ragging
they would ragging
I would rag
we would rag
you would rag
he/she/it would rag
they would rag

CONDITIONAL CONTINUOUS

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

CONDITIONAL PERFECT

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

CONDITIONAL PERFECT CONTINUOUS

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

FUTURE

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

FUTURE CONTINUOUS

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

FUTURE PERFECT

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

FUTURE PERFECT CONTINUOUS

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

IMPERATIVE

you rag
we let´s rag

NONFINITE VERB FORMS

to rag

PAST

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

PAST CONTINUOUS

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

PAST PARTICIPLE

ragged

PAST PERFECT

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

PAST PERFECT CONTINUOUS

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

PRESENT

I rag
you rag
he/she/it rags
we rag
they rag

PRESENT CONTINUOUS

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

PRESENT PARTICIPLE

ragging

PRESENT PERFECT

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

PRESENT PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I have been ragging
you have been ragging
he/she/it has been ragging
we have been ragging
they have been ragging
I would have ragged
we would have ragged
you would have ragged
he/she/it would have ragged
they would have ragged