How Do You Spell STROVE?

Pronunciation: [stɹˈə͡ʊv] (IPA)

Strove is a verb in the past tense and past participle form. It is pronounced as /stroʊv/ in the IPA phonetic transcription. This word follows the regular conjugation pattern for verbs ending in -ove, with the base form being "strive." To form the past tense and past participle, the "i" in "strive" changes to "o," and "e" is added at the end. Strove is used to describe an activity in which someone made a considerable effort to achieve something.

STROVE Meaning and Definition

  1. The verb "strove" is the past tense of the verb "strive," which refers to conscious, vigorous efforts made towards achieving a goal or aim. Packed with determination and willpower, individuals who strive are committed to overcoming obstacles or challenges in order to attain desired outcomes. "Strove" specifically indicates the past actions of this endeavor.

    In practical terms, "strove" typifies an arduous, continuous struggle towards success. It suggests activities undertaken with intense dedication, tenacity, and ambition. The word implies a tireless investment of mental and physical effort in pursuit of a particular objective, be it personal, academic, professional, or even societal. "Strove" reflects the grit and unwavering resolve required to move beyond boundaries, striving for improvement and advancement.

    The past tense nature of "strove" indicates that the exertion and determination to accomplish a goal have taken place and concluded. It echoes triumphs, setbacks, and hard-fought endeavors of the past. Consequently, "strove" serves as a testament to an individual's resilience and perseverance in the face of challenges encountered throughout their journey towards achievement.

    Overall, "strove" stands as an emblem of determined action propelled by a burning desire to reach an objective. It captures the essence of strenuous exertions pursued fervently, leading to accomplishments that pave the way for personal growth and success.

  2. • Laboured hard.
    • Of strive, which see.

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

Common Misspellings for STROVE

Etymology of STROVE

The word "strove" is the past tense of the verb "strive". The verb "strive" originated from the Old French word "estriver", which means "to quarrel" or "to vie for superiority". It further evolved from the Latin word "estrivare", which means "to push or press upon". Over time, the meaning of "strive" expanded to include exerting great effort or making vigorous attempts to achieve something.

Conjugate verb Strove

CONDITIONAL

I would strove
you would strove
he/she/it would strove
we would strove
they would strove
I would strive
we would strive
you would strive
he/she/it would strive
they would strive

CONDITIONAL CONTINUOUS

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

CONDITIONAL PERFECT

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

CONDITIONAL PERFECT CONTINUOUS

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

FUTURE

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

FUTURE CONTINUOUS

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

FUTURE PERFECT

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

FUTURE PERFECT CONTINUOUS

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

IMPERATIVE

you strive
we let´s strive

NONFINITE VERB FORMS

to strive

PAST

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

PAST CONTINUOUS

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

PAST PARTICIPLE

striven

PAST PERFECT

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

PAST PERFECT CONTINUOUS

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

PRESENT

I strive
you strive
he/she/it strives
we strive
they strive

PRESENT CONTINUOUS

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

PRESENT PARTICIPLE

striving

PRESENT PERFECT

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

PRESENT PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I have been striving
you have been striving
he/she/it has been striving
we have been striving
they have been striving
I would have striven
we would have striven
you would have striven
he/she/it would have striven
they would have striven

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