How Do You Spell SENTENCE?

Pronunciation: [sˈɛntəns] (IPA)

Sentence, /ˈsɛntəns/ in IPA, is a basic unit of grammar that expresses a complete thought. The spelling of the word is derived from its Latin root, "sententia", which means "meaning" or "thought". The first syllable "sen-" is pronounced with the sound of /s/ followed by the vowel sound /ɛ/. The second syllable "-ten" is pronounced with the sound of /t/ followed by the vowel sound /ə/ and the ending "-ce" is pronounced as /s/. The spelling of the word "sentence" follows the traditional English pattern and is commonly pronounced as "SEN-tens".

SENTENCE Meaning and Definition

  1. A sentence is a complete thought expressed in words, typically consisting of a subject and a predicate. It is the basic unit of communication and written language, serving as a fundamental building block of written expression.

    In grammar, a sentence is often defined as a syntactic unit that contains one or more clauses or phrases. It generally begins with a capital letter and ends with a punctuation mark, such as a period, exclamation point, or question mark. A sentence can be simple, compound, or complex, depending on the arrangement of its clauses and phrases.

    In practical terms, a sentence conveys meaning and communicates information. It serves as a tool for expressing thoughts, ideas, opinions, statements, commands, questions, or exclamations. A well-formed sentence follows grammatical rules and guidelines, adhering to proper word order, subject-verb agreement, and grammatical structure.

    Sentences can have different functions, such as making statements, asking questions, giving commands, or expressing emotions. They can be short or lengthy, concise or detailed, depending on the writer's intention and the context in which they are used.

    Overall, a sentence is a vital component of language and writing, providing a means of expression and enabling effective communication. It allows individuals to convey their thoughts, share information, engage in dialogue, and express themselves creatively.

  2. • The judgment pronounced on a criminal by a judge; the degree or judgment of a court; a maxim; an opinion; a series of words so arranged as to convey complete sense, and followed by a dot or full point, thus (.).
    • To pass judgment on, as a court; to doom; to condemn.

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

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Etymology of SENTENCE

The word "sentence" originated from the Latin word "sententia", which means "meaning, opinion, or decision". It is derived from the past participle of the verb "sentire", meaning "to feel" or "to think". Over time, "sententia" evolved and entered Old French as "sentence", maintaining its original meaning. Eventually, the word made its way into the English language with the same sense as a structural unit of language.

Idioms with the word SENTENCE

  • sentence sm to sth (for sth) The idiom "sentence someone to something (for something)" refers to a legal term where a judge imposes a punishment or penalty on a person for committing a particular offense or crime. It implies that the person is being ordered to serve a specific consequence or punishment for their actions.
  • pass sentence on sm The idiom "pass sentence on someone" means to pronounce or hand down a judgment or punishment on someone, typically in a legal context. It refers to the act of officially declaring someone's guilt and determining the appropriate consequence or penalty for their actions.
  • pass sentence on The idiom "pass sentence on" refers to the act of pronouncing a judgement or punishment on someone who has been found guilty of a crime. It typically applies to a judge or a jury making a decision regarding the penalty or sentence that should be imposed on a convicted individual.
  • deferred sentence A deferred sentence refers to a legal term used to describe a situation in which a judge delays the imposition of a sentence on an offender for a specific period. During this period, the individual may be required to complete certain conditions, such as probation, community service, drug rehabilitation, or counseling. If the conditions are fulfilled satisfactorily, the sentence may be dismissed, resulting in no criminal record. However, if the conditions are violated, the original sentence may be imposed.

Similar spelling words for SENTENCE

Plural form of SENTENCE is SENTENCES

Conjugate verb Sentence

CONDITIONAL PERFECT

I would have sentenced
you would have sentenced
he/she/it would have sentenced
we would have sentenced
they would have sentenced
I would have sentence
you would have sentence
he/she/it would have sentence
we would have sentence
they would have sentence

CONDITIONAL PERFECT PROGRESSIVE

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

CONDITIONAL PRESENT

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

CONDITIONAL PRESENT PROGRESSIVE

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

FUTURE

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

FUTURE CONTINUOUS

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

FUTURE PERFECT

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

FUTURE PERFECT CONTINUOUS

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

IMPERATIVE

you sentence
we let´s sentence

NONFINITE VERB FORMS

to sentence

PAST CONTINUOUS

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

PAST PARTICIPLE

sentenced

PAST PERFECT

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

PAST PERFECT CONTINUOUS

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

PRESENT

I sentence
you sentence
he/she/it sentences
we sentence
they sentence

PRESENT CONTINUOUS

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

PRESENT PARTICIPLE

sentencing

PRESENT PERFECT

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

PRESENT PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I have been sentencing
you have been sentencing
he/she/it has been sentencing
we have been sentencing
they have been sentencing

PRESENT SUBJUNCTIVE

he/she/it sentence

SIMPLE PAST

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

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