How Do You Spell TWEEDLE?

Pronunciation: [twˈiːdə͡l] (IPA)

The word "tweedle" is spelled with two Es, as represented in the IPA phonetic transcription as /ˈtwiː.dəl/. The first sound is a long E, /iː/, followed by the consonant blend /tw/, and ending with a schwa sound, /əl/. This spelling is consistent with the word's origin as a variant of "twiddle", which also contains two Es. "Tweedle" can be used as a verb meaning "to whistle or pipe a tune" or as a noun for a type of repetitive sound.

TWEEDLE Meaning and Definition

  1. Tweedle is a verb that refers to producing a high-pitched sound or making a series of shrill, piercing sounds. It is often associated with the act of producing these sounds with a musical instrument, such as a whistle or a flute. The word is derived from the sound that is produced, mimicking the shrill and piercing tone.

    In a broader sense, tweedle can also be used to describe any high-pitched or sharp sound, whether it is made by an instrument, an animal, or a person. For example, birds chirping, crickets singing, or a child's squeal of delight can all be described as tweedling.

    The term "tweedle" can also be used metaphorically to describe the act of speaking in a high-pitched or shrill manner. It can suggest a sense of urgency, excitement, or even annoyance, depending on the context.

    Furthermore, tweedle can be used as a noun to describe the sound itself. For instance, "the tweedle of the flute filled the room" or "the bird's tweedle echoed through the forest."

    Overall, tweedle is a versatile word that encapsulates the concept of a high-pitched, shrill sound or series of sounds, making it a useful term for describing various auditory experiences.

Common Misspellings for TWEEDLE

  • rweedle
  • fweedle
  • gweedle
  • yweedle
  • 6weedle
  • 5weedle
  • tqeedle
  • taeedle
  • tseedle
  • teeedle
  • t3eedle
  • t2eedle
  • twwedle
  • twsedle
  • twdedle
  • twredle
  • tw4edle
  • tw3edle
  • twewdle

Etymology of TWEEDLE

The word "tweedle" has uncertain etymology, meaning its origin is unclear and subject to speculation. It is primarily known for its appearance in the title of the Lewis Carroll poem "The Walrus and the Carpenter" from the book "Through the Looking-Glass". In the poem, the characters Tweedledum and Tweedledee feature prominently.

There are a few theories regarding the word's etymology, but none are widely accepted or definitive. One theory suggests that "tweedle" may be a nonsensical word created by Carroll. He was known for inventing whimsical and playful words in his writings. Another theory suggests a connection to the word "tweedle", meaning to produce a high-pitched sound, particularly from a musical instrument like a pipe or fife. It is possible that Carroll used the word "tweedle" to convey the sense of musical laughter.

Similar spelling words for TWEEDLE

Conjugate verb Tweedle

CONDITIONAL PERFECT

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

CONDITIONAL PERFECT PROGRESSIVE

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

CONDITIONAL PRESENT

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

CONDITIONAL PRESENT PROGRESSIVE

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

FUTURE

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

FUTURE CONTINUOUS

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

FUTURE PERFECT

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

FUTURE PERFECT CONTINUOUS

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

IMPERATIVE

we Let´s tweedle

PAST CONTINUOUS

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

PAST PARTICIPLE

tweedled

PAST PERFECT

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

PAST PERFECT CONTINUOUS

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

PRESENT

I tweedle
you tweedle
he/she/it tweedles
we tweedle
they tweedle

PRESENT CONTINUOUS

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

PRESENT PARTICIPLE

tweedling

PRESENT PERFECT

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

PRESENT PERFECT CONTINUOUS

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

PRESENT SUBJUNCTIVE

he/she/it tweedle

SIMPLE PAST

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

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