How Do You Spell TUSSLE?

Pronunciation: [tˈʌsə͡l] (IPA)

The word "tussle" is spelled with six letters and can be pronounced /ˈtʌsl/. The IPA phonetic transcription shows that the "t" is pronounced with a voiceless alveolar plosive, the "u" with a short vowel sound, the "ss" with a voiceless alveolar fricative, and the "l" is pronounced with a voiced alveolar lateral approximant. The word means a physical struggle or fight, and its spelling is easy to remember once you get the hang of its phonetics.

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TUSSLE Meaning and Definition

  1. The term "tussle" refers to a physical or verbal conflict or struggle between two or more individuals or groups, often involving a considerable amount of force or resistance. It denotes a vigorous and often chaotic engagement, characterized by intense grappling, pushing, pulling, or wrestling in an attempt to gain dominance or control over the other party.

    In the context of physical altercations, a tussle commonly arises during confrontational situations, which can include disputes, disagreements, or brawls. It emphasizes the energetic and convulsive nature of the clash, where the participants engage in an often unrestrained struggle, vigorously vying for power, advantage, or possession.

    Beyond physical interactions, a tussle can also take the form of verbal or intellectual disputes. In these instances, the involved parties engage in heated arguments or debates, passionately expressing their differing opinions or stances. This conflict may involve strong emotional investment and can typically be characterized by exchanges of criticism, counterarguments, or attempts to undermine the opposing party's position.

    Overall, a tussle encapsulates the notion of a fierce, competitive, and sometimes turbulent confrontation. It suggests a contest that is marked by combative actions, forceful resistance, and a desire to establish one's dominance within the situation.

  2. • A struggle or struggling; a petty hand-to-hand conflict between two persons.
    • To straggle hand to hand.

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

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Etymology of TUSSLE

The word "tussle" originated from Middle English "tuselen", which is a derivative of an earlier word "tousen" or "tusen". This Old English word can be traced back to a Proto-Germanic root, "*tusijaną", meaning "to pull apart" or "to tear". The word has similar cognates in Old Norse ("tasa") and Middle Dutch ("tossen"), both of which also mean "to pull" or "to jostle". Over time, the meaning of "tussle" has evolved to refer to a rough physical struggle or a scuffle between two or more people.

Idioms with the word TUSSLE

  • tussle with sm or sth The idiom "tussle with someone or something" means to engage in a physical or metaphorical struggle or fight with someone or something. It implies a situation where there is a conflict, competition, or disagreement that involves physical force, mental effort, or continuous effort to overcome a challenge or obstacle.

Similar spelling words for TUSSLE

Plural form of TUSSLE is TUSSLES

Conjugate verb Tussle

CONDITIONAL PERFECT

I would have tussled
you would have tussled
he/she/it would have tussled
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I would have tussle
you would have tussle
he/she/it would have tussle
we would have tussle
they would have tussle

CONDITIONAL PERFECT PROGRESSIVE

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

CONDITIONAL PRESENT

I would tussle
you would tussle
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we would tussle
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CONDITIONAL PRESENT PROGRESSIVE

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

FUTURE

I will tussle
you will tussle
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we will tussle
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FUTURE CONTINUOUS

I will be tussling
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we will be tussling
they will be tussling

FUTURE PERFECT

I will have tussled
you will have tussled
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they will have tussled

FUTURE PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I will have been tussling
you will have been tussling
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IMPERATIVE

you tussle
we let´s tussle

NONFINITE VERB FORMS

to tussle

PAST CONTINUOUS

I was tussling
you were tussling
he/she/it was tussling
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they were tussling

PAST PARTICIPLE

tussled

PAST PERFECT

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

PAST PERFECT CONTINUOUS

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

PRESENT

I tussle
you tussle
he/she/it tussles
we tussle
they tussle

PRESENT CONTINUOUS

I am tussling
you are tussling
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PRESENT PARTICIPLE

tussling

PRESENT PERFECT

I have tussled
you have tussled
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we have tussled
they have tussled

PRESENT PERFECT CONTINUOUS

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

PRESENT SUBJUNCTIVE

he/she/it tussle

SIMPLE PAST

I tussled
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