How Do You Spell UNFIX?

Pronunciation: [ʌnfˈɪks] (IPA)

The spelling of the word "unfix" might seem counterintuitive to some without knowledge of its origins. The IPA transcription of the word is /ʌnˈfɪks/, which indicates that the "un" prefix is pronounced with a schwa sound instead of a clear "uh" sound. The "f" in "fix" is preserved, but the "i" is replaced with an "i" followed by a "k" at the end. This unconventional spelling is derived from the Latin word "fixus", meaning "fixed", with the "un" prefix indicating negation.

UNFIX Meaning and Definition

1. Unfix (verb): to detach, loosen, or undo that which was previously fixed, fastened, or secured. This term conveys the act of separating or releasing something that was previously held in place or made immobile.

   The process of unfixing involves the removal or alteration of a fixed state or condition. It implies a deliberate action taken to reverse a fixed position, configuration, or attachment. For instance, unfixing can refer to unfastening a screw, ungluing two adhered surfaces, or untying a knot.

   Beyond the physical realm, unfixing can also refer to the act of detaching oneself from a particular viewpoint, belief, or pattern of thinking. It suggests the examination, questioning, and potential rearrangement of one's fixed mindset or ingrained habits.

   The concept of unfixing can be applied in various contexts, such as engineering, construction, mechanics, and even abstract concepts like emotions and ideologies. In essence, it encompasses the action of actively challenging or changing a previously established state or position.

   In summary, unfix represents the dismantling or release of something that was fixed, secured, or fastened. This term signifies the intentional act of undoing a constraint, attachment, or firmly held position, whether physical or abstract.

2. To remove, as a bond or fastening; to loose from that which fastens; to unsettle.

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

Common Misspellings for UNFIX

• annix
• afix
• infux
• unfies
• unfin
• unifix
• unfiy
• unf
• unfixd
• unnix
• dunfis
• uncii
• unfiz
• unfic
• unfizx
• unficx
• unfxi
• unfixx
• unfom
• unrig
• unwih
• uofik
• unaii
• ugbix
• mrfix
• unexx
• unfixtt
• Unfiksx
• Unfxix
• unbixx
• Anphisa
• unfizd
• Wundix
• urfiy

Etymology of UNFIX

The word "unfix" is derived from the combination of the prefix "un-" and the verb "fix".

The prefix "un-" is of Old English origin and denotes a negation or reversal of the action described by the subsequent word. It is similar to the prefix "de-" in some contexts.

The verb "fix" comes from the Latin word "fixus", which means "fastened" or "attached". It entered Middle English through the Old French word "fixer" in the 14th century. Originally, "fix" referred to making something secure, stable, or stationary. Over time, it gained additional meanings, including repairing something, settling or determining an aspect, or establishing a position.

Conjugate verb Unfix

CONDITIONAL PERFECT

I would have unfixed

you would have unfixed

he/she/it would have unfixed

we would have unfixed

they would have unfixed

I would have unfix

you would have unfix

he/she/it would have unfix

we would have unfix

they would have unfix

CONDITIONAL PERFECT PROGRESSIVE

I would have been unfixing

you would have been unfixing

he/she/it would have been unfixing

we would have been unfixing

they would have been unfixing

CONDITIONAL PRESENT

I would unfix

you would unfix

he/she/it would unfix

we would unfix

they would unfix

CONDITIONAL PRESENT PROGRESSIVE

I would be unfixing

you would be unfixing

he/she/it would be unfixing

we would be unfixing

they would be unfixing

FUTURE

I will unfix

you will unfix

he/she/it will unfix

we will unfix

they will unfix

FUTURE CONTINUOUS

I will be unfixing

you will be unfixing

he/she/it will be unfixing

we will be unfixing

they will be unfixing

FUTURE PERFECT

I will have unfixed

you will have unfixed

he/she/it will have unfixed

we will have unfixed

they will have unfixed

FUTURE PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I will have been unfixing

you will have been unfixing

he/she/it will have been unfixing

we will have been unfixing

they will have been unfixing

IMPERATIVE

you unfix

we let´s unfix

NONFINITE VERB FORMS

to unfix

PAST CONTINUOUS

I was unfixing

you were unfixing

he/she/it was unfixing

we were unfixing

they were unfixing

PAST PARTICIPLE

unfixed

PAST PERFECT

I had unfixed

you had unfixed

he/she/it had unfixed

we had unfixed

they had unfixed

PAST PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I had been unfixing

you had been unfixing

he/she/it had been unfixing

we had been unfixing

they had been unfixing

PRESENT

I unfix

you unfix

he/she/it unfixes

we unfix

they unfix

PRESENT CONTINUOUS

I am unfixing

you are unfixing

he/she/it is unfixing

we are unfixing

they are unfixing

PRESENT PARTICIPLE

unfixing

PRESENT PERFECT

I have unfixed

you have unfixed

he/she/it has unfixed

we have unfixed

they have unfixed

PRESENT PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I have been unfixing

you have been unfixing

he/she/it has been unfixing

we have been unfixing

they have been unfixing

PRESENT SUBJUNCTIVE

he/she/it unfix

SIMPLE PAST

I unfixed

you unfixed

he/she/it unfixed

we unfixed

they unfixed