How Do You Spell SKYDIVE?

Pronunciation: [skˈa͡ɪda͡ɪv] (IPA)

The word "skydive" is spelled s-k-y-d-i-v-e. The IPA phonetic transcription for "skydive" is /ˈskaɪ.daɪv/. The initial "s" sound is followed by the "k" sound, then the "y" sound, which is represented by the "i" in the spelling. The "d" sound is followed by the "ai" diphthong sound, represented by the "y" and "i" in the spelling. Finally, the "v" sound completes the word. The spelling of "skydive" accurately captures the sound of the word in English.

SKYDIVE Meaning and Definition

1. Skydive is a verb that refers to the exhilarating act of jumping from a high altitude, typically an aircraft, and descending through the atmosphere while performing various aerial maneuvers before deploying a parachute to slow down the descent and land safely on the ground. It is considered an extreme sport and is typically practiced by trained individuals.

   During a skydive, which is also known as a parachute jump or a skydiving jump, the person freefalls for a predetermined distance or time, usually experiencing a thrilling sense of weightlessness and intense adrenaline rush. The duration of the freefall can vary based on the altitude jumped from, with the average being around 60 seconds. This gives the skydiver an opportunity to perform aerial acrobatics, such as flips, spins, and formations with other skydivers.

   Once the skydiver reaches a lower altitude, usually around 4,000-5,000 feet, they deploy a parachute to slow their descent and ensure a safe landing. Parachutes are carefully designed and packed by professionals to ensure optimal functionality and reliability. Skydivers also receive extensive training on how to control and maneuver their parachute in the air.

   The sport of skydiving requires strict adherence to safety guidelines, as it involves significant risk due to the nature of jumping from high altitudes. Thus, comprehensive training, knowledge of equipment, and proper technique are crucial for a successful skydive. Participants often choose to skydive for the sheer thrill and adrenaline rush it offers, as well as the awe-inspiring experience of soaring through the sky and engaging in daring aerial maneuvers.

Common Misspellings for SKYDIVE

• skydivee
• skydvie
• saydiwe
• Siydie
• Skynite
• skywve
• Skodike
• skydivie
• Skidide
• Skydievre

Etymology of SKYDIVE

The word "skydive" is a compound word made up of two parts - "sky" and "dive".

The term "sky" can be traced back to the Old Norse word "skȳ" or "ský", which means "cloud". In English, it has evolved to refer to the expanse above the Earth where the sun, moon, stars, and clouds are located.

The word "dive" comes from the Old English word "dūfan", which means "to plunge" or "to duck". Over time, it developed to mean the act of jumping or falling rapidly or headlong into water or other substances.

In combination, "skydive" is a specific type of dive performed from an aircraft, with an individual intentionally jumping or falling through the air from a higher altitude before deploying a parachute for a safe landing.

Similar spelling words for SKYDIVE

• skydiver,
• skydiving,
• sky dive.

Conjugate verb Skydive

CONDITIONAL

I would skydive

you would skydive

he/she/it would skydive

we would skydive

they would skydive

CONDITIONAL CONTINUOUS

I would be skydiving

you would be skydiving

he/she/it would be skydiving

we would be skydiving

they would be skydiving

CONDITIONAL PERFECT

I would have skydive

you would have skydive

he/she/it would have skydive

we would have skydive

they would have skydive

CONDITIONAL PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I would have been skydiving

you would have been skydiving

he/she/it would have been skydiving

we would have been skydiving

they would have been skydiving

FUTURE

I will skydive

you will skydive

he/she/it will skydive

we will skydive

they will skydive

FUTURE CONTINUOUS

I will be skydiving

you will be skydiving

he/she/it will be skydiving

we will be skydiving

they will be skydiving

FUTURE PERFECT

I will have skydived

you will have skydived

he/she/it will have skydived

we will have skydived

they will have skydived

I will have skydove, will have skydived

we will have skydove, will have skydived

you will have skydove, will have skydived

he/she/it will have skydove, will have skydived

they will have skydove, will have skydived

FUTURE PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I will have been skydiving

you will have been skydiving

he/she/it will have been skydiving

we will have been skydiving

they will have been skydiving

IMPERATIVE

you skydive

we let´s skydive

NONFINITE VERB FORMS

to skydive

PAST

I skydived

you skydived

he/she/it skydived

we skydived

they skydived

I skydove, skydived

we skydove, skydived

you skydove, skydived

he/she/it skydove, skydived

they skydove, skydived

PAST CONTINUOUS

I was skydiving

you were skydiving

he/she/it was skydiving

we were skydiving

they were skydiving

PAST PARTICIPLE

skydived

PAST PERFECT

I had skydived

you had skydived

he/she/it had skydived

we had skydived

they had skydived

I had skydived, had skydove

we had skydived, had skydove

you had skydived, had skydove

he/she/it had skydived, had skydove

they had skydived, had skydove

PAST PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I had been skydiving

you had been skydiving

he/she/it had been skydiving

we had been skydiving

they had been skydiving

PRESENT

I skydive

you skydive

he/she/it skydives

we skydive

they skydive

PRESENT CONTINUOUS

I am skydiving

you are skydiving

he/she/it is skydiving

we are skydiving

they are skydiving

PRESENT PARTICIPLE

skydiving

PRESENT PERFECT

I have skydived

you have skydived

he/she/it has skydived

we have skydived

they have skydived

I have skydived, have skydove

we have skydived, have skydove

you have skydived, have skydove

he/she/it has skydived, has skydove

they have skydived, have skydove

PRESENT PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I have been skydiving

you have been skydiving

he/she/it has been skydiving

we have been skydiving

they have been skydiving

I would have skydived, would have skydove

we would have skydived, would have skydove

you would have skydived, would have skydove

he/she/it would have skydived, would have skydove

they would have skydived, would have skydove