How Do You Spell SWOT?

Pronunciation: [swˈɒt] (IPA)

Swot is a four-letter word that is often used to describe an intense study habit or a person who studies diligently. The spelling of this word can be tricky, as its pronunciation does not necessarily match its written form. The IPA phonetic transcription of the word 'swot' is /swɒt/. This means that the first sound in 'swot' is an 's' sound, followed by a 'w' sound, and then an 'o' sound with a short vowel sound. Finally, the last sound is a 't' sound. So, it may be clear that the pronunciation of this word is quite straightforward even though its spelling is a bit confusing.

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SWOT Meaning and Definition

  1. SWOT, an acronym for Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities, and Threats, is a strategic analysis framework widely used in business and organizational planning. It is a tool employed to assess and evaluate the internal and external factors that may impact the success and performance of a company or venture.

    The first component of SWOT is Strengths, which refers to the positive attributes and advantages a business possesses. This includes its valuable resources, unique capabilities, and competitive advantages that give it a favorable position in the market. Weaknesses, on the other hand, are internal factors that can hinder the success of a company. This encompasses aspects such as limited resources, inadequate infrastructure, or a lack of specific skills or expertise.

    Opportunities are external factors that present potential prospects or advantages for a business. These can arise from market trends, changing consumer behavior, emerging technologies, or new market segments that a company can capitalize on. Threats are external factors that pose risks or challenges to a business. These may include intense competition, economic downturns, market saturation, regulatory changes, or technological advancements that render a company's products or services obsolete.

    The SWOT analysis helps organizations identify their strengths and capitalize on opportunities, while also highlighting weaknesses and potential threats to mitigate risks. It provides a comprehensive evaluation that enables businesses to make informed decisions, formulate effective strategies, and allocate resources efficiently to achieve their desired goals.

Top Common Misspellings for SWOT *

  • wot 57.1428571%

* The statistics data for these misspellings percentages are collected from over 15,411,110 spell check sessions on www.spellchecker.net from Jan 2010 - Jun 2012.

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Etymology of SWOT

The term "swot" originated in British English in the late 18th century, initially spelled as "swat". It is derived from the Old English word "swatian", meaning to study diligently or apply oneself with great effort. Over time, the spelling evolved to "swot", particularly in academic and student slang. The term is often used to describe someone who diligently studies or prepares for exams or tests. It has also been adopted as a verb, meaning to engage in intense studying or revising.

Similar spelling words for SWOT

Plural form of SWOT is SWOTS

Conjugate verb Swot

CONDITIONAL

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

CONDITIONAL CONTINUOUS

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

CONDITIONAL PERFECT

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

CONDITIONAL PERFECT CONTINUOUS

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

FUTURE

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

FUTURE CONTINUOUS

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

FUTURE PERFECT

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

FUTURE PERFECT CONTINUOUS

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

IMPERATIVE

you swot
we let´s swot

NONFINITE VERB FORMS

to swot

PAST

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

PAST CONTINUOUS

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

PAST PARTICIPLE

swotted

PAST PERFECT

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

PAST PERFECT CONTINUOUS

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

PRESENT

I swot
you swot
he/she/it swots
we swot
they swot

PRESENT CONTINUOUS

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

PRESENT PARTICIPLE

swotting

PRESENT PERFECT

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

PRESENT PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I have been swotting
you have been swotting
he/she/it has been swotting
we have been swotting
they have been swotting
I would have swotted
we would have swotted
you would have swotted
he/she/it would have swotted
they would have swotted

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