How Do You Spell SWIG?

Pronunciation: [swˈɪɡ] (IPA)

The word "swig" is spelled as /swɪɡ/. The initial sound is the 's' sound which is a voiceless alveolar fricative. The second sound is 'w', which is a voiced labiovelar approximant. The third sound is 'ɪ', which is a close front unrounded vowel. The final sound is 'g' which is a voiced velar plosive. The word refers to a quantity of liquid, typically an alcoholic drink, that is swallowed in a single action.

SWIG Meaning and Definition

  1. Swig is a noun that refers to a gulp or a deep drink of a beverage, typically alcoholic. It can also be used as a verb, meaning to take a large swallow or drink in a single motion.

    As a noun, swig often describes the sound made while drinking, as well as the action itself. It suggests a quick and often satisfying intake of liquid, particularly when it is taken enthusiastically or eagerly. Swig is commonly associated with alcoholic beverages, but it can be used to describe any kind of drink, whether it is carbonated, non-alcoholic, or even water.

    When used as a verb, swig means to drink something in a quick, large gulp, usually with enthusiasm or haste. It implies a sense of pleasure or satisfaction in the act of drinking. Swigging is often associated with informal or casual settings, such as social gatherings or informal parties, where people casually enjoy their drinks.

    Overall, swig conveys the idea of consuming a significant amount of liquid in one go, often with a sense of enjoyment or indulgence. Whether as a noun or verb, swig suggests a quick and hearty drink that refreshes and satisfies.

  2. • To drink in sounding gulps; to suck greedily.
    • A large draught.

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

Common Misspellings for SWIG

Etymology of SWIG

The word "swig" originated in the late 18th century. It is believed to have derived from the Old English words "swégian" or "swácan", which meant "to drink greedily". These Old English words, in turn, have roots in the Proto-Germanic word "swoganą" and the Proto-Indo-European root *sweg-, both of which meant "to make a noise" or "to resound". Over time, the meaning of "swig" evolved to refer specifically to taking a quick, hearty drink, which is the common usage today.

Similar spelling words for SWIG

Plural form of SWIG is SWIGS

Conjugate verb Swig

CONDITIONAL

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

CONDITIONAL CONTINUOUS

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

CONDITIONAL PERFECT

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

CONDITIONAL PERFECT CONTINUOUS

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

FUTURE

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

FUTURE CONTINUOUS

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

FUTURE PERFECT

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

FUTURE PERFECT CONTINUOUS

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

IMPERATIVE

you swig
we let´s swig

NONFINITE VERB FORMS

to swig

PAST

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

PAST CONTINUOUS

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

PAST PARTICIPLE

swigged

PAST PERFECT

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

PAST PERFECT CONTINUOUS

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

PRESENT

I swig
you swig
he/she/it swigs
we swig
they swig

PRESENT CONTINUOUS

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

PRESENT PARTICIPLE

swigging

PRESENT PERFECT

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

PRESENT PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I have been swigging
you have been swigging
he/she/it has been swigging
we have been swigging
they have been swigging
I would have swigged
we would have swigged
you would have swigged
he/she/it would have swigged
they would have swigged

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