How Do You Spell TRUSSES?

Pronunciation: [tɹˈʌsɪz] (IPA)

Trusses is spelled with the double "s" at the end, which can be confusing for non-native speakers. However, this spelling is justified by the pronunciation of the word, which follows the rule that final "s" after a vowel is pronounced as "z". IPA transcription of trusses is /ˈtrʌsɪz/, with the final "s" represented by the symbol for the voiced alveolar fricative. Thus, the two "s" letters in trusses indicate the pronounced sound at the end of the word.

TRUSSES Meaning and Definition

  1. Trusses are structural frameworks constructed with interconnected beams or members arranged in a triangular shape. They are designed to provide stability, support, and load distribution for various types of structures, such as roofs, bridges, or industrial buildings. Trusses are commonly made from materials like wood, steel, or aluminum.

    The triangular shape of trusses is crucial for their functionality, as it helps transfer the loads applied to the structure evenly across the beams and members. This design efficiently disperses the weight, making trusses lightweight yet strong and capable of spanning significant distances. The triangular configuration also lends trusses their rigidity and resistance to deformation under strain.

    The individual members of a truss, called chords and web members, work together to provide structural support. Chords are horizontal members that form the top and bottom of the truss, while the inclined web members connect the chords and form the triangular shape. The points where the chords and web members intersect are known as nodes. These nodes are often joined together using various methods like welding, bolting, or gluing.

    Trusses have become a common choice in construction due to their versatility, cost-effectiveness, and ease of installation. They can be customized to meet specific architectural requirements and are widely used in buildings with large open spaces without internal walls. Additionally, trusses can efficiently distribute vertical and horizontal loads, allowing for the design of robust and stable structures.

Common Misspellings for TRUSSES

Etymology of TRUSSES

The word "truss" is derived from the Old French word "trousse", meaning a bundle or a packet. This word itself is believed to be derived from the Latin word "torus", which means a lump or a bundle. In Middle English, the word evolved into "trusse" and eventually became "truss" as we know it today.

Conjugate verb Trusses

CONDITIONAL

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

FUTURE

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

FUTURE PERFECT

I will have trussed
we will have trussed
you will have trussed
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PAST

I trussed
we trussed
you trussed
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they trussed

PAST PERFECT

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

PRESENT

I truss
we truss
you truss
he/she/it trusses
they truss

PRESENT PERFECT

I have trussed
we have trussed
you have trussed
he/she/it has trussed
they have trussed
I am trussing
we are trussing
you are trussing
he/she/it is trussing
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