How Do You Spell SNAFFLE?

Pronunciation: [snˈafə͡l] (IPA)

The word "snaffle" is often mispronounced, leading to confusion for those unfamiliar with equestrian terms. The correct pronunciation is /ˈsnæfəl/, with the stress on the first syllable. The spelling of the word can be explained by the origin of the term - it comes from the Old French word "esnafle," which changed over time to "snaffle." In equestrian terminology, a snaffle refers to a bit that is used for direct rein control, without leverage or pressure on the horse's mouth.

SNAFFLE Meaning and Definition

1. Snaffle is a noun that primarily refers to a type of bit used in horse riding. This particular bit is characterized by its mildness and simplicity, making it suitable for beginner riders or horses with sensitive mouths. A snaffle bit consists of a metal mouthpiece with a joint in the middle, allowing it to bend and apply pressure evenly on both sides of the horse's mouth. It often features loose rings on either end, allowing the reins to slide freely and offer direct communication between the rider and the horse.

   In a more general sense, the word "snaffle" can also be used as a verb, meaning to take possession of something, especially in a quick or skillful manner. When used in this context, snaffle implies the act of obtaining or acquiring something with little effort or resistance. This verb can be applied to various situations, such as snaffling up a good bargain at a store or snaffling some delicious food before anyone else.

   In both senses, the word snaffle generally connotes a sense of ease, simplicity, and mildness. Whether it refers to a horse bit or an action of acquiring something, snaffle suggests a gentle or effortless approach, avoiding force or aggression.

2. • A bridle crossing the nose, and having a slender mouth-bit without branches.

   • To manage with a snaffle; to bridle.

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

Common Misspellings for SNAFFLE

• snarle
• stiffle
• snaffel
• snale
• suffle
• snaffu
• unbaffle
• safflw
• scaffle
• snafler
• stoffle
• snaffile
• snafille
• sneufle
• unaffle
• SAFFSE
• Shfaffle
• snarlle
• Snarfie
• Snarfull
• Snarfule

Etymology of SNAFFLE

The word "snaffle" comes from Middle English "snafl" or "snafle", which originated from the Old French word "esnafle" meaning a noseband. This Old French term was derived from the Latin word "inspicula", which means "noseband" or "bridle". The word later evolved in Middle English to refer specifically to the bit of a bridle that goes in the horse's mouth, and eventually, "snaffle" became a term specifically used for a simple, jointed bit that provides mild control to a horse. Today, "snaffle" is commonly used in the context of horseback riding and refers to a particular type of bit.

Similar spelling words for SNAFFLE

• sniffly,
• snuffler,
• snuffling,
• sniffle,
• snuffly,
• snuffle,
• sniffler,
• sniveler,
• snowflake,
• sniffling.

Plural form of SNAFFLE is SNAFFLES

Conjugate verb Snaffle

CONDITIONAL

I would snaffle

you would snaffle

he/she/it would snaffle

we would snaffle

they would snaffle

CONDITIONAL CONTINUOUS

I would be snaffling

you would be snaffling

he/she/it would be snaffling

we would be snaffling

they would be snaffling

CONDITIONAL PERFECT

I would have snaffle

you would have snaffle

he/she/it would have snaffle

we would have snaffle

they would have snaffle

CONDITIONAL PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I would have been snaffling

you would have been snaffling

he/she/it would have been snaffling

we would have been snaffling

they would have been snaffling

FUTURE

I will snaffle

you will snaffle

he/she/it will snaffle

we will snaffle

they will snaffle

FUTURE CONTINUOUS

I will be snaffling

you will be snaffling

he/she/it will be snaffling

we will be snaffling

they will be snaffling

FUTURE PERFECT

I will have snaffled

you will have snaffled

he/she/it will have snaffled

we will have snaffled

they will have snaffled

FUTURE PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I will have been snaffling

you will have been snaffling

he/she/it will have been snaffling

we will have been snaffling

they will have been snaffling

IMPERATIVE

you snaffle

we let´s snaffle

NONFINITE VERB FORMS

to snaffle

PAST

I snaffled

you snaffled

he/she/it snaffled

we snaffled

they snaffled

PAST CONTINUOUS

I was snaffling

you were snaffling

he/she/it was snaffling

we were snaffling

they were snaffling

PAST PARTICIPLE

snaffled

PAST PERFECT

I had snaffled

you had snaffled

he/she/it had snaffled

we had snaffled

they had snaffled

PAST PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I had been snaffling

you had been snaffling

he/she/it had been snaffling

we had been snaffling

they had been snaffling

PRESENT

I snaffle

you snaffle

he/she/it snaffles

we snaffle

they snaffle

PRESENT CONTINUOUS

I am snaffling

you are snaffling

he/she/it is snaffling

we are snaffling

they are snaffling

PRESENT PARTICIPLE

snaffling

PRESENT PERFECT

I have snaffled

you have snaffled

he/she/it has snaffled

we have snaffled

they have snaffled

PRESENT PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I have been snaffling

you have been snaffling

he/she/it has been snaffling

we have been snaffling

they have been snaffling

I would have snaffled

we would have snaffled

you would have snaffled

he/she/it would have snaffled

they would have snaffled