How Do You Spell UNSCREW?

Pronunciation: [ʌnskɹˈuː] (IPA)

The word "unscrew" is spelled with the prefix "un-" meaning not and the verb "screw." In IPA phonetic transcription, the word is pronounced /ʌnˈskruː/. The stress is on the second syllable, indicated by the diacritical mark before "skr." The first syllable is pronounced as the schwa sound /ʌ/. The letters "scr" are pronounced as /skr/ together. This word means to remove a screw or to loosen it by turning it in the opposite direction.

UNSCREW Meaning and Definition

1. To unscrew means to loosen or remove a screw or similar fastening device from a fixed position by rotating it counterclockwise. This action is typically performed using a tool, such as a screwdriver, wrench, or drill, depending on the type of screw. Unscrewing is the opposite of screwing, where a screw is tightened or inserted.

   The process of unscrewing involves turning the screw or fastener in the reverse direction of its threaded spiral groove, thus disengaging it from the corresponding object or surface. This rotational movement is done by applying force to the screw head or any tool specifically designed for unscrewing purposes. As the screw is turned counterclockwise, the threads disengage from the surface, allowing for its removal.

   Unscrewing is a common procedure used in various contexts and industries. It is especially employed in construction, mechanics, and household tasks, where screws or fasteners are extensively utilized to join objects, secure components, or fasten materials together. By unscrewing, one can disassemble or detach certain parts, facilitate repairs or replacements, and alter the configuration of an object or structure. The ease of unscrewing often depends on factors such as the screw's size, type, condition, and the torque applied during the tightening process.

2. To loose from screws: to unfasten.

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

Top Common Misspellings for UNSCREW *

• unscreww 50%
• unsrew 50%

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Other Common Misspellings for UNSCREW

• sunscree
• escrew
• ansrew
• unscured
• increw
• unscared
• unscrewd
• unsre
• unsire
• ensurew
• unscres
• unscreew
• unscew
• unscrwe
• unspred
• unsacred
• Unscered
• unscarey
• Unscrach
• Unsceek
• unscrbed
• Unscread
• Unscrept
• unscrowe
• Unschred
• unscrod
• unscoree
• untrew
• Unscrow
• Unscrown

Etymology of UNSCREW

The word "unscrew" is derived from the combination of two root words: "un-" and "screw".

The prefix "un-" in English is often used to indicate negation or reversal. In the case of "unscrew", it implies the opposite action of "screwing" or removing something that has been screwed or fastened tightly.

The word "screw" has a more complex origin. It can be traced back to the Old French word "escroue", which originally referred to a cylindrical object, such as a scroll or a cylinder seal. This word, in turn, came from the Late Latin term "scroba", meaning "screw".

The Latin term "scroba" was derived from the Greek word "skruphos", which referred to a pointed tool or a prop for a column.

Similar spelling words for UNSCREW

• INSSCC,
• WINSOCK,
• wincek,
• ANZKOU,
• UNSC,
• WANSIG,
• uncreased,
• WHINSC,
• insig-1,
• UNESC,
• uncoerced,
• ANZKOH,
• uncarpeted,
• iwinski,
• uncurl,
• ENSIQ,
• uncork,
• ANSCS,
• unassured,
• ANZKOA,
• unsick,
• ONSWG,
• UNIZG,
• uncrate,
• inscoe,
• unesco,
• unesco-ihe,
• ENSCP,
• ensco,
• anusak,
• ancic,
• ANSAC,
• uncarved,
• ENSCC,
• ENSCMU,
• anosike,
• INASC,
• uncurving,
• ONJSC,
• enesco,
• UNESCO/WHC,
• UNESCO/MAB,
• unicorn,
• unhusk,
• anisoic,
• ENSGA,
• INPT/ENSC,
• UNISCA,
• enzk,
• uncordial,
• INOSC,
• ANSIG,
• winooski,
• ansco,
• uncrowned,
• enseco,
• Enzooic,
• unsure,
• onizuka,
• weinzweig,
• ANZAK,
• AANSC,
• ENSAG,
• anysuch,
• anzack,
• ANZKOI,
• uncertain,
• IAEA-UNESCO,
• ENSICA,
• UNSSOC,
• ANZG,
• uncreative,
• UNEP/UNESCO/ICRO,
• uncurved,
• ENSCM,
• ansky,
• INSCA,
• inscr,
• yuniesky,
• ANZEG,
• INSCX,
• ENSAC,
• ANZAC,
• inzko,
• encik,
• ENSEEG,
• INZC,
• UNYSCSA,
• ANSSC,
• Annouska,
• uncurbed,
• ONESCO,
• UNOSEK,
• portal.unesco.org,
• UNSCR,
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• Anisic,
• unger,
• unesco.org,
• ENSCR,
• INJSC,
• UNASCU,
• enescu,
• ungreased,
• UNASOG,
• ionesco,
• ENISG,
• WANSAC,
• uncrowded,
• IONSCM,
• Annuska,
• ENSCW,
• ANOSCA,
• UNESCO-ROSTA,
• wojnowski,
• uncured,
• ENSCL,
• InsCl,
• ANSOCQ,
• INSEC,
• wieniawski,
• unscramble,
• Yeniseic,
• UNSYG,
• ENSCA,
• ENSK,
• wanniski,
• wiencek,
• inuzuka,
• iwaniska,
• ANZQOA,
• AINSC,
• INSCRU,
• ensky,
• ONCIC,
• uncurled,
• ENSIC,
• ANSIC,
• ungar,
• ANZKOW,
• uncaring,
• Annisokay,
• Anouska,
• ENSIEG,
• EINZC,
• ANSQ,
• www.unesco.org,
• IONSC,
• ANSCZ,
• ENYSQ,
• ENSOC,
• ionescu.

Conjugate verb Unscrew

CONDITIONAL PERFECT

I would have unscrewed

you would have unscrewed

he/she/it would have unscrewed

we would have unscrewed

they would have unscrewed

I would have unscrew

you would have unscrew

he/she/it would have unscrew

we would have unscrew

they would have unscrew

CONDITIONAL PERFECT PROGRESSIVE

I would have been unscrewing

you would have been unscrewing

he/she/it would have been unscrewing

we would have been unscrewing

they would have been unscrewing

CONDITIONAL PRESENT

I would unscrew

you would unscrew

he/she/it would unscrew

we would unscrew

they would unscrew

CONDITIONAL PRESENT PROGRESSIVE

I would be unscrewing

you would be unscrewing

he/she/it would be unscrewing

we would be unscrewing

they would be unscrewing

FUTURE

I will unscrew

you will unscrew

he/she/it will unscrew

we will unscrew

they will unscrew

FUTURE CONTINUOUS

I will be unscrewing

you will be unscrewing

he/she/it will be unscrewing

we will be unscrewing

they will be unscrewing

FUTURE PERFECT

I will have unscrewed

you will have unscrewed

he/she/it will have unscrewed

we will have unscrewed

they will have unscrewed

FUTURE PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I will have been unscrewing

you will have been unscrewing

he/she/it will have been unscrewing

we will have been unscrewing

they will have been unscrewing

IMPERATIVE

you unscrew

we let´s unscrew

NONFINITE VERB FORMS

to unscrew

PAST CONTINUOUS

I was unscrewing

you were unscrewing

he/she/it was unscrewing

we were unscrewing

they were unscrewing

PAST PARTICIPLE

unscrewed

PAST PERFECT

I had unscrewed

you had unscrewed

he/she/it had unscrewed

we had unscrewed

they had unscrewed

PAST PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I had been unscrewing

you had been unscrewing

he/she/it had been unscrewing

we had been unscrewing

they had been unscrewing

PRESENT

I unscrew

you unscrew

he/she/it unscrews

we unscrew

they unscrew

PRESENT CONTINUOUS

I am unscrewing

you are unscrewing

he/she/it is unscrewing

we are unscrewing

they are unscrewing

PRESENT PARTICIPLE

unscrewing

PRESENT PERFECT

I have unscrewed

you have unscrewed

he/she/it has unscrewed

we have unscrewed

they have unscrewed

PRESENT PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I have been unscrewing

you have been unscrewing

he/she/it has been unscrewing

we have been unscrewing

they have been unscrewing

PRESENT SUBJUNCTIVE

he/she/it unscrew

SIMPLE PAST

I unscrewed

you unscrewed

he/she/it unscrewed

we unscrewed

they unscrewed