How Do You Spell WAST?

Pronunciation: [wˈɒst] (IPA)

The word "wast" is an archaic form of the verb "be" in the second person singular past tense. Its spelling may seem odd given that it does not follow the conventional pattern of adding "-ed" at the end of a verb to indicate past tense. In IPA phonetic transcription, "wast" is pronounced /wɑst/. This spelling reflects the Middle English pronunciation of the word, which over time transformed into the modern English word "were". The use of "wast" has largely fallen out of favor, but it can still be found in some literary works.

WAST Meaning and Definition

  1. "Wast" is an archaic verb in the English language that originated from Middle English. It is the past tense form of the verb "waste," which means to use or expend something in an inefficient or excessive manner.

    Primarily, "wast" signifies the action of depleting, squandering, or mismanaging resources, time, energy, or opportunities in a careless or unproductive manner. It implies the sense of using something frivolously, irresponsibly, or without regard for the consequences.

    The term "wast" can also refer to the decay, deterioration, or ruin of something over time. It suggests the process of gradual destruction, wearing away, or loss of value that occurs when an object, material, or idea is neglected or not properly maintained.

    Additionally, "wast" may convey the meaning of causing harm, damage, or destruction to an entity or environment. It implies the negative impact or negative effect that results from the wasteful use of resources or from neglecting the preservation and sustainability of natural or man-made systems.

    "Wast" is an old-fashioned term that is rarely used in contemporary English conversations and writing. It is more commonly found in older literature and historical contexts. However, understanding its definition can provide insight into the attitudes and practices of past societies concerning resource management, conservation, and environmental responsibility.

  2. 2d sing. pt. of the verb be.

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

Common Misspellings for WAST

Etymology of WAST

The word "wast" is derived from Old English "wæs", which is the past tense singular form of the verb "be". The Old English word "wæs" eventually evolved into Middle English "was" and "wast", where "was" was used in the first and third-person singular, and "wast" was used in the second-person singular. Over time, the spelling of "wast" has changed, and it is now primarily used in archaic or poetic contexts.

Conjugate verb Wast

CONDITIONAL

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

CONDITIONAL CONTINUOUS

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

CONDITIONAL PERFECT

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

CONDITIONAL PERFECT CONTINUOUS

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

FUTURE

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

FUTURE CONTINUOUS

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

FUTURE PERFECT

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

FUTURE PERFECT CONTINUOUS

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

IMPERATIVE

you wast
we let´s wast

NONFINITE VERB FORMS

to wast

PAST

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

PAST CONTINUOUS

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

PAST PARTICIPLE

wasted

PAST PERFECT

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

PAST PERFECT CONTINUOUS

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

PRESENT

I wast
you wast
he/she/it wasts
we wast
they wast

PRESENT CONTINUOUS

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

PRESENT PARTICIPLE

wasting

PRESENT PERFECT

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

PRESENT PERFECT CONTINUOUS

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

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