How Do You Spell RUINED?

Pronunciation: [ɹˈuːɪnd] (IPA)

The spelling of the word "ruined" is a common source of confusion for English learners. The pronunciation of the word is /ˈruːɪnd/, which means that the "u" and "i" together create the sound "oo". This is known as a diphthong. The "e" at the end of the word is silent, which is typical of many English words. The correct spelling of "ruined" can be remembered by breaking down the sounds and understanding the diphthong at the heart of the word.

RUINED Meaning and Definition

  1. The term "ruined" is an adjective that describes something that has been severely damaged, destroyed, or rendered useless. It refers to a state of complete decay, devastation, or ruination, typically referring to objects, structures, or even circumstances.

    When applied to physical entities, such as buildings or objects, "ruined" implies that their original form, functionality, or aesthetic appeal has been irreversibly compromised. It suggests significant impairment or destruction caused by natural disasters, fires, wars, or neglect over an extended period.

    Additionally, the term can describe a person's financial, emotional, or physical state. It signifies a condition where one's circumstances or well-being have been severely depleted or harmed, resulting in a state of ruin or despair.

    In a metaphorical sense, "ruined" can be used to describe the outcome of an event or situation that has gone disastrously wrong. It suggests that the original purpose, plans, or potential have been completely dashed, leaving no hope of recovery or restoration.

    Overall, "ruined" conveys a sense of irreversible damage, profound decay, or catastrophic loss in various contexts. Its usage helps emphasize the extent of devastation or impairment experienced, whether it pertains to physical structures, personal states, or the outcomes of events and circumstances.

  2. Demolished; destroyed; reduced to poverty; undone.

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

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Etymology of RUINED

The word "ruined" derives from the Latin word "ruina", which means "fall" or "collapse". From Latin, it passed into Old French as "ruïne" and eventually became "ruined" in English.

Similar spelling words for RUINED

Conjugate verb Ruined

CONDITIONAL

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

FUTURE

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

FUTURE PERFECT

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

PAST

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

PAST PERFECT

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

PRESENT

I ruin
we ruin
you ruin
he/she/it ruins
they ruin

PRESENT PERFECT

I have ruined
we have ruined
you have ruined
he/she/it has ruined
they have ruined
I am ruining
we are ruining
you are ruining
he/she/it is ruining
they are ruining
I was ruining
we were ruining
you were ruining
he/she/it was ruining
they were ruining
I will be ruining
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you will be ruining
he/she/it will be ruining
they will be ruining
I have been ruining
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you have been ruining
he/she/it has been ruining
they have been ruining
I had been ruining
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he/she/it had been ruining
they had been ruining
I will have been ruining
we will have been ruining
you will have been ruining
he/she/it will have been ruining
they will have been ruining
I would have ruined
we would have ruined
you would have ruined
he/she/it would have ruined
they would have ruined
I would be ruining
we would be ruining
you would be ruining
he/she/it would be ruining
they would be ruining
I would have been ruining
we would have been ruining
you would have been ruining
he/she/it would have been ruining
they would have been ruining

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