How Do You Spell STUBBED?

Pronunciation: [stˈʌbd] (IPA)

The word "stubbed" is spelled with three consonants: /st/, /b/, and /d/. The first two consonants together create a consonant cluster that requires two sounds to be pronounced back-to-back. The final consonant, /d/, is voiced, which means that it vibrates the vocal cords during its pronunciation. This produces a short burst of sound that indicates the completion of the word. Together, the phonetic transcription of "stubbed" is /stʌbd/. Proper spelling and pronunciation can improve communication and understanding in written and spoken language.

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STUBBED Meaning and Definition

  1. Stubbed (verb):

    1. To stub or stub out refers to the act of inadvertently hitting, banging, or jamming a part of the body, such as a toe or finger, against an object with force, causing sudden pain or injury. This typically occurs when one's extremity comes into unexpected contact with a solid surface, resulting in a sharp and intense sensation. Commonly experienced when walking barefoot or in poorly fitted shoes, stubbing often leads to bruising, swelling, or even fracturing of the affected area.

    2. In the context of smoking, stubbed is a term used to describe the act of extinguishing a cigarette, cigar, or other smoking device before it has been fully consumed. This entails squashing the burning end against an ashtray or another non-flammable surface to deprive it of oxygen and prevent further combustion. By stubbing out a cigarette, the smoker effectively terminates its burning and reduces the amount of smoke emitted, minimizing the risk of accidental fires and promoting proper disposal.

    Overall, the term "stubbed" is a versatile verb that encompasses both the accidental injury caused by sudden impact of a body part against an object, and the deliberate act carried out to safely put out a smoking implement.

  2. Short and thick; blunt; hardy.

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

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Etymology of STUBBED

The word "stubbed" originated from the Old English word "stybbian", which is related to the Old Norse term "stuppa". The original meaning of "stybbian" was to strike or hit with a sharp object, specifically with the stub or stump of a tree or plant. Over time, the term evolved to primarily refer to hitting one's toe, foot, or finger on a hard or solid object, resulting in pain or injury. Therefore, "stubbed" in its current meaning specifically relates to this act of accidentally striking a body part against an object and experiencing discomfort.

Conjugate verb Stubbed

CONDITIONAL

I would stubbed
you would stubbed
he/she/it would stubbed
we would stubbed
they would stubbed
I would stub
we would stub
you would stub
he/she/it would stub
they would stub

CONDITIONAL CONTINUOUS

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

CONDITIONAL PERFECT

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

CONDITIONAL PERFECT CONTINUOUS

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

FUTURE

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

FUTURE CONTINUOUS

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

FUTURE PERFECT

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

FUTURE PERFECT CONTINUOUS

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

IMPERATIVE

you stub
we let´s stub

NONFINITE VERB FORMS

to stub

PAST

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

PAST CONTINUOUS

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

PAST PARTICIPLE

stubbed

PAST PERFECT

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

PAST PERFECT CONTINUOUS

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

PRESENT

I stub
you stub
he/she/it stubs
we stub
they stub

PRESENT CONTINUOUS

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

PRESENT PARTICIPLE

stubbing

PRESENT PERFECT

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

PRESENT PERFECT CONTINUOUS

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

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