How Do You Spell STING?

Pronunciation: [stˈɪŋ] (IPA)

The word "sting" is spelled using the letters s-t-i-n-g. The IPA phonetic transcription of this word is /stɪŋ/. The first letter, "s," is pronounced as the voiceless alveolar sibilant /s/. The second sound, "t," is pronounced as the voiceless alveolar plosive /t/. The third sound, "i," is pronounced as the short vowel sound /ɪ/. The fourth sound, "n," is pronounced as the voiced alveolar nasal /n/. The final sound, "g," is pronounced as the voiced velar plosive /ɡ/.

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STING Meaning and Definition

  1. Sting is a noun and a verb that refers to a physical or emotional sensation typically caused by the injection or penetration of a sharp object, such as that of an insect, into the skin. As a noun, it describes a sharp painful sensation resulting from such an act, often accompanied by redness, swelling, or irritation in the affected area. This can be encountered when one is stung by a bee, wasp, or other venomous insects. Sting can also be used metaphorically to describe a sharp or hurtful feeling resulting from a harsh remark, an unfortunate experience, or a betrayal, causing emotional pain or distress.

    As a transitive verb, sting implies the action of administering pain through piercing or pricking, resulting in a sensation similar to that caused by the sting of an insect. It can also refer to the act of inflicting a blow or wound, typically with a pointed weapon. Metaphorically, it can indicate the act of causing emotional pain or distress by one's words or actions. Sting is often associated with a sudden or unexpected attack that catches someone off guard, leading to negative outcomes.

    Additionally, sting can refer to the act of causing harm, damage, or disadvantage financially or legally, usually by trickery or dishonesty. This usage is commonly employed within the context of scams, frauds, or illegal activities.

  2. • The sharp-pointed weapon possessed by certain insects as a means of defence, as the wasp, the bee, &c.; anything that gives acute pain; that which constitutes the principal pain or terror; the point of an epigram.
    • To pierce with a sharp-pointed weapon; to pain acutely.

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

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Etymology of STING

The word sting originated from the Old English word stingan, which means to prick with a small point or to pierce. It can be traced back further to the Proto-Germanic word stenganan, meaning to pierce or prick. This Proto-Germanic word shares its root with several related words in other Germanic languages, such as the Old Norse word stinga, the Dutch word steken, the German word stechen, and the Old High German word stechan. Ultimately, the word can be traced back to the Proto-Indo-European root *steg, which means to prick or sting.

Idioms with the word STING

  • have a sting in the/its tail The idiom "have a sting in the/its tail" refers to something that initially seems harmless or unremarkable but contains a surprising or unpleasant surprise or consequence. It implies that there is more to a situation, event, or person than meets the eye, and that an unexpected negative or uncomfortable outcome may arise. The phrase is often used to caution against underestimating or overlooking potential risks or consequences.
  • sting sm for sth The idiom "sting someone for something" means to trick or deceive someone in order to gain something from them, typically money or possessions. It implies an act of exploitation or swindling.
  • a sting in the tail The idiom "a sting in the tail" refers to a surprising or unpleasant conclusion or ending to something that initially seemed positive, enjoyable, or harmless. It suggests that there is a hidden or unexpected negative aspect that can spoil or diminish the overall experience or result.
  • sting sm with sth To "sting someone with something" is an idiomatic expression meaning to cause someone emotional pain, hurt, or distress by saying or doing something. It implies that the action or statement has a sharp effect on the person, similar to the pain caused by a bee sting.
  • take the sting out of sth To "take the sting out of something" means to lessen the unpleasant or negative impact or effect of a particular situation, circumstance, or action. It involves finding a way to reduce or minimize the hurt, disappointment, or difficulty associated with something.

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Plural form of STING is STINGS

Conjugate verb Sting

CONDITIONAL PERFECT

I would have stung
you would have stung
he/she/it would have stung
we would have stung
they would have stung
I would have sting
you would have sting
he/she/it would have sting
we would have sting
they would have sting

CONDITIONAL PERFECT PROGRESSIVE

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

CONDITIONAL PRESENT

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

CONDITIONAL PRESENT PROGRESSIVE

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

FUTURE

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

FUTURE CONTINUOUS

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

FUTURE PERFECT

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

FUTURE PERFECT CONTINUOUS

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

IMPERATIVE

you sting
we let´s sting

NONFINITE VERB FORMS

to sting

PAST CONTINUOUS

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

PAST PARTICIPLE

stung

PAST PERFECT

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

PAST PERFECT CONTINUOUS

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

PRESENT

I sting
you sting
he/she/it stings
we sting
they sting

PRESENT CONTINUOUS

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

PRESENT PARTICIPLE

stinging

PRESENT PERFECT

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

PRESENT PERFECT CONTINUOUS

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

PRESENT SUBJUNCTIVE

he/she/it sting

SIMPLE PAST

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

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