How Do You Spell SALIVATE?

Pronunciation: [sˈalɪvˌe͡ɪt] (IPA)

The word "salivate" is spelled with two syllables and pronounced as /ˈsæl.ə.veɪt/. The first syllable is spelled with an "s" followed by an "a" pronounced as /æ/, which rhymes with the word "cat". The second syllable starts with an "i" pronounced as /ə/, which is an unstressed vowel sound or the schwa sound, followed by "vate" pronounced as /veɪt/, which rhymes with the word "gate". Together, the word means to produce saliva in response to food or smell.

SALIVATE Meaning and Definition

1. Salivate is a verb that refers to the involuntary production of saliva in the mouth, particularly in response to the anticipation or presence of food. This natural physiological response is triggered by the stimulation of taste buds, olfactory receptors, or even the thought of consuming food. When someone salivates, their salivary glands produce and release saliva, which is a watery fluid that lubricates the mouth and aids in the digestion process.

   Salivation is an important component of the digestive system as it begins the process of breaking down food even before it enters the stomach. The presence of saliva in the mouth enhances the ability to taste and chew food, making it easier to swallow. Additionally, saliva contains enzymes that initiate the breakdown of sugars and starches, contributing to the digestive process further down the gastrointestinal tract.

   The act of salivating is largely automatic and cannot be directly controlled. However, it can be influenced by external factors such as pleasant food aromas or visual cues, which can stimulate the brain and trigger salivation. Salivation may also occur in response to certain medical conditions, medications, nervousness, or as a result of conditioned reflexes.

   Overall, salivate is a term used to describe the natural mechanism by which saliva is produced in the mouth, aiding in the initial stages of digestion and facilitating the consumption of food.

2. To cause an excessive flow of saliva.

   A practical medical dictionary. By Stedman, Thomas Lathrop. Published 1920.

3. To produce an unusual secretion and flow of saliva-usually by administering mercury.

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

Top Common Misspellings for SALIVATE *

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Other Common Misspellings for SALIVATE

• relivate
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• saluate
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• elivate
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• salive
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• sallivate
• salttate
• sagihate
• salitte
• Salenate
• salivazs
• salictel
• Salivinte
• Salivante
• solinate

Etymology of SALIVATE

The word "salivate" originated from the Latin word "salivare", which is derived from "saliva", meaning "spittle" or "saliva". The Latin word can be further traced back to the Proto-Indo-European root *s(e)lh₁- ("to salivate, to secrete fluid"), which is also related to the Sanskrit word "sara" meaning "water". Over time, the Latin word "salivare" gave rise to the Old French word "saliver", which eventually evolved into the English word "salivate".

Similar spelling words for SALIVATE

• Salvatore,
• salvatierra,
• sailboat,
• salvador,
• salvadorean,
• salvato,
• salivation.

Conjugate verb Salivate

CONDITIONAL

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they would salivate

CONDITIONAL CONTINUOUS

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CONDITIONAL PERFECT

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CONDITIONAL PERFECT CONTINUOUS

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FUTURE

I will salivate

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FUTURE CONTINUOUS

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FUTURE PERFECT

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FUTURE PERFECT CONTINUOUS

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IMPERATIVE

you salivate

we let´s salivate

NONFINITE VERB FORMS

to salivate

PAST

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we salivated

they salivated

PAST CONTINUOUS

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PAST PARTICIPLE

salivated

PAST PERFECT

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PAST PERFECT CONTINUOUS

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PRESENT

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PRESENT CONTINUOUS

I am salivating

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PRESENT PARTICIPLE

salivating

PRESENT PERFECT

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PRESENT PERFECT CONTINUOUS

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