How Do You Spell UNFREQUENT?

Pronunciation: [ʌnfɹˈiːkwənt] (IPA)

Correct spelling for the English word "Unfrequent" is [ʌnfɹˈiːkwənt], [ʌnfɹˈiːkwənt], [ʌ_n_f_ɹ_ˈiː_k_w_ə_n_t] (IPA phonetic alphabet).

UNFREQUENT Meaning and Definition

  1. Unfrequent is an adjective that describes something that is not occurring or happening often or regularly. It refers to an event, action, or situation which is rare, infrequent, or uncommonly observed.

    This term implies a scarcity in the frequency of an occurrence, indicating that it happens noticeably less often compared to what is expected or typical. For instance, in the context of weather patterns, an unfrequent snowfall may refer to a minimal and irregular number of times that snow occurs in a specific region or season. Similarly, an unfrequent traveler might be an individual who doesn't often journey or move from one place to another.

    Unfrequent can also apply to the usage of language or vocabulary. It denotes words or expressions that are seldom used or encountered in everyday conversation or writing. These uncommon words may have a specific of old-fashioned connotation, suggesting that they are not part of the standard modern vocabulary. An unfrequent phrase could be seen as outdated or esoteric, typically known or understood by a small group of individuals.

    Overall, unfrequent designates the irregular occurrence, limited presence, or infrequent usage of something, whether it is a physical event, action, situation, or a linguistic expression.

  2. Not common.

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

Common Misspellings for UNFREQUENT

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Etymology of UNFREQUENT

The word unfrequent is formed by adding the negative prefix un- to the word frequent.

The word frequent originated from the Latin word frequens which means frequent or repeated. In Old French, it evolved to frequent with a similar meaning. The suffix -ent is added to the root word to form an adjective, indicating the characteristic of being frequent.

When the negative prefix un- is added to frequent, it changes the meaning to indicate the opposite or the absence of frequency. Therefore, unfrequent means not frequent or rare.

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