How Do You Spell SLEUTH?

Pronunciation: [slˈuːθ] (IPA)

The word "sleuth" can be a tricky one to spell correctly, as it includes the phoneme /θ/ (as in "thing") followed by /luːθ/. The correct IPA transcription is /sluːθ/. The word means a detective or investigator, and its origins are uncertain, but it likely comes from an Old Norse word meaning "track" or "trail." Despite its somewhat unusual spelling, "sleuth" is a commonly used word in English, appearing in detective fiction and other genres.

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SLEUTH Meaning and Definition

  1. A sleuth is a noun that refers to an individual who is a skilled detective or investigator, often employed to find and solve mysteries or criminal activities. Sleuths are known for their intelligence, observant nature, and proficiency in gathering and analyzing clues and evidence. They are driven by a strong curiosity and have a natural ability to uncover hidden information, making them invaluable assets in solving complex puzzles or crimes.

    The term "sleuth" traces its origins to the 19th-century British English slang word "sleuthhound," where "sleuth" means to track or trail a person, and "hound" signifies one who relentlessly pursues another. Sleuths are often depicted in literature, film, and television, showcasing their analytical thinking, deduction skills, and unwavering determination. These professionals often work independently, but they can also be a part of investigative teams, collaborating closely with law enforcement agencies or private clients.

    Sleuths rely on their superior intuition and attention to detail to unravel the truth. They possess a wide range of investigative techniques, including surveillance, information gathering, interviewing witnesses, forensic analysis, and drawing conclusions based on logic and evidence. In addition, sleuths exhibit exceptional problem-solving and critical-thinking abilities, enabling them to make connections that elude others.

    Overall, a sleuth is a devoted and resourceful investigator with an innate talent for solving mysteries or crimes, employing various tactics and skills to uncover the truth and shed light on situations that were previously inscrutable.

  2. The track of a man or beast, as known by the scent; sleuth-hound, a bloodhound.

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

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Etymology of SLEUTH

The word "sleuth" originated from Middle English as "sleuthhound", which was used to describe a breed of dog specially trained for tracking. The term "sleuth" was derived from the Old Norse word "slóð", meaning "trail". Eventually, "sleuthhound" was shortened to "sleuth" and began to be used to refer to a person who investigates or tracks down things.

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Plural form of SLEUTH is SLEUTHS

Conjugate verb Sleuth

CONDITIONAL

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

CONDITIONAL CONTINUOUS

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

CONDITIONAL PERFECT

I would have sleuth
you would have sleuth
he/she/it would have sleuth
we would have sleuth
they would have sleuth

CONDITIONAL PERFECT CONTINUOUS

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

FUTURE

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

FUTURE CONTINUOUS

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

FUTURE PERFECT

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

FUTURE PERFECT CONTINUOUS

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

IMPERATIVE

you sleuth
we let´s sleuth

NONFINITE VERB FORMS

to sleuth

PAST

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

PAST CONTINUOUS

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

PAST PARTICIPLE

sleuthed

PAST PERFECT

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

PAST PERFECT CONTINUOUS

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

PRESENT

I sleuth
you sleuth
he/she/it sleuths
we sleuth
they sleuth

PRESENT CONTINUOUS

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

PRESENT PARTICIPLE

sleuthing

PRESENT PERFECT

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

PRESENT PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I have been sleuthing
you have been sleuthing
he/she/it has been sleuthing
we have been sleuthing
they have been sleuthing
I would have sleuthed
we would have sleuthed
you would have sleuthed
he/she/it would have sleuthed
they would have sleuthed

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