Pronunciation: [tˈɪd] (IPA) 
Tid is a Scandinavian word meaning "time." The IPA phonetic transcription for this word is /tiːd/. The "t" sound is represented by the letter T, and the "i" sound is represented by the letter I. The long "e" sound, denoted by the phoneme /iː/, is represented by the letter E. Finally, the "d" sound is represented by the letter D. This word is commonly used in the phrases "god tid" (good time) and "tid til overs" (free time).
Tid is a noun that generally refers to a small amount or portion of something. It is commonly used to describe a small quantity of food, drink, or any substance. The term can be related to tidbits or snacks that are eaten in between meals or as appetizers during social gatherings. For example, one might say, "I had a tid of cheese and crackers before dinner."
Additionally, tid can describe a small taste or sample of something. It can be used in the context of sampling or trying a small amount of a new product or experience. For instance, someone might say, "I took a tid of the new perfume to see if I like the scent."
Furthermore, tid can also refer to a small amount of time, particularly when used in expressions such as "a tid bit" or "in a tid." These phrases imply a short duration or a brief moment. For example, "She was only able to catch a tid bit of the performance" suggests that she only saw a brief segment of the show.
In summary, tid typically indicates a small portion, quantity, or duration of something, whether it is food, taste, or time. It is a versatile term that can be used in various contexts to describe a small or brief aspect of a particular situation or object.
Tender; soft; nice.
Etymological and pronouncing dictionary of the English language. By Stormonth, James, Phelp, P. H. Published 1874.
The word "tid" originates from Old English, where it was spelled "tid" or "tidu". It can be traced back to the Proto-Germanic word "*tīđiz", which means "time" or "season". The Proto-Germanic word is derived from the Proto-Indo-European root "*da(i)-", meaning "to divide" or "to determine". In Old English, "tid" referred to a specific portion of time or a specific point or occasion in time. Over time, the meaning of "tid" has evolved, and it is now commonly used in modern English to refer to a period or point of time, especially in phrases like "high tide" or "low tide".
