How Do You Spell WINGING ITS?

Pronunciation: [wˈɪŋɪŋ ɪts] (IPA)

The correct spelling of the phrase "winging its" can be a little confusing phonetically. The first word, "winging," is pronounced with a hard "g" sound, as in "sing." The second word, "its," is pronounced with a short "i" sound and a soft "s" sound, as in "fits." Together, the phrase is pronounced roughly as "WIN-ging its." So if you're ever unsure about the spelling of this phrase, just remember to use a hard "g" sound for "winging" and a soft "s" sound for "its."

Common Misspellings for WINGING ITS

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Etymology of WINGING ITS

The phrase "winging its" is not a stand-alone word, but a combination of words. "Winging" is the present participle form of the verb "wing", which means to fly or move swiftly with wings. "Its" is a possessive pronoun used to indicate possession or ownership by a singular noun.

The word "wing" originates from the Old Norse word "vengr" and the Old English word "wenge". It has Germanic roots and has been used in English since the 9th century to denote a bird's limb used for flying. Over time, the word has expanded in meaning to include various related concepts such as aircraft wings or the sides of a building.