How Do You Spell SIDESTEP?

Pronunciation: [sˈa͡ɪdstɛp] (IPA)

Sidestep is spelled as /ˈsaɪdˌstɛp/ in IPA phonetic transcription. The word contains two syllables, with the primary stress on the first syllable "side". The "i" in the first syllable is pronounced as "ai" as in "stride" or "hide". The second syllable "step" is pronounced with a short "e" sound and ends with a voiceless consonant "p". Sidestep means to avoid or bypass something by moving sideways. Proper spelling is crucial for effective communication and understanding in written and verbal communication.

SIDESTEP Meaning and Definition

1. Sidestep is a verb that refers to the action of deliberately avoiding or escaping from a difficult, problematic, or potentially controversial situation by taking a different approach or changing the topic. It implies evading or bypassing an issue in order to evade direct confrontation or responsibility.

   In a literal sense, sidestep means to step to the side to avoid something or to avoid being hindered by an obstacle while walking or running. Metaphorically, it is often used to describe evasive behavior in conversations or discussions, where someone skillfully maneuvers around a particular topic or question without directly addressing it. This tactic may be employed to redirect attention, avoid a difficult question, or minimize the potential impact of a controversial issue.

   Sidestepping often involves using diversionary tactics, changing the subject, or employing vague or ambiguous language to deflect attention away from the original matter at hand. It can also be used synonymously with terms like dodge, avoid, bypass, or skirt around. Sidestepping may be perceived as a form of evasion, as it does not provide a direct or honest response to a question or concern.

   Overall, sidestep is a verb that conveys the act of intentionally avoiding or evading a problematic situation, topic, or question, either physically or in conversation, by employing clever and skillful strategies.

Common Misspellings for SIDESTEP

• sideswept
• sidstep
• sidesteped
• aidestep
• sydstep
• sidesteeep
• sidestert
• Midestap
• ninestepp
• sidestept

Etymology of SIDESTEP

The word "sidestep" originated in the early 19th century and combines the words "side" and "step". The term "side" refers to the lateral direction, while "step" indicates a movement of the foot. Therefore, "sidestep" essentially suggests a specific way of moving, in which one takes a step to the side, avoiding direct confrontation or obstruction.

Similar spelling words for SIDESTEP

• sidestroke,
• sidesaddle.

Plural form of SIDESTEP is SIDESTEPS

Conjugate verb Sidestep

CONDITIONAL

I would sidestep

you would sidestep

he/she/it would sidestep

we would sidestep

they would sidestep

CONDITIONAL CONTINUOUS

I would be sidestepping

you would be sidestepping

he/she/it would be sidestepping

we would be sidestepping

they would be sidestepping

CONDITIONAL PERFECT

I would have sidestep

you would have sidestep

he/she/it would have sidestep

we would have sidestep

they would have sidestep

CONDITIONAL PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I would have been sidestepping

you would have been sidestepping

he/she/it would have been sidestepping

we would have been sidestepping

they would have been sidestepping

FUTURE

I will sidestep

you will sidestep

he/she/it will sidestep

we will sidestep

they will sidestep

FUTURE CONTINUOUS

I will be sidestepping

you will be sidestepping

he/she/it will be sidestepping

we will be sidestepping

they will be sidestepping

FUTURE PERFECT

I will have sidestepped

you will have sidestepped

he/she/it will have sidestepped

we will have sidestepped

they will have sidestepped

FUTURE PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I will have been sidestepping

you will have been sidestepping

he/she/it will have been sidestepping

we will have been sidestepping

they will have been sidestepping

IMPERATIVE

you sidestep

we let´s sidestep

NONFINITE VERB FORMS

to sidestep

PAST

I sidestepped

you sidestepped

he/she/it sidestepped

we sidestepped

they sidestepped

PAST CONTINUOUS

I was sidestepping

you were sidestepping

he/she/it was sidestepping

we were sidestepping

they were sidestepping

PAST PARTICIPLE

sidestepped

PAST PERFECT

I had sidestepped

you had sidestepped

he/she/it had sidestepped

we had sidestepped

they had sidestepped

PAST PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I had been sidestepping

you had been sidestepping

he/she/it had been sidestepping

we had been sidestepping

they had been sidestepping

PRESENT

I sidestep

you sidestep

he/she/it sidesteps

we sidestep

they sidestep

PRESENT CONTINUOUS

I am sidestepping

you are sidestepping

he/she/it is sidestepping

we are sidestepping

they are sidestepping

PRESENT PARTICIPLE

sidestepping

PRESENT PERFECT

I have sidestepped

you have sidestepped

he/she/it has sidestepped

we have sidestepped

they have sidestepped

PRESENT PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I have been sidestepping

you have been sidestepping

he/she/it has been sidestepping

we have been sidestepping

they have been sidestepping

I would have sidestepped

we would have sidestepped

you would have sidestepped

he/she/it would have sidestepped

they would have sidestepped