How Do You Spell WRANGLE?

Pronunciation: [ɹˈaŋɡə͡l] (IPA)

The word "wrangle" is spelled with the letters w-r-a-n-g-l-e. It is pronounced /ˈræŋɡəl/. The "w" at the beginning is silent, so the first sound is the "r" sound, followed by the "a" as in "cat" sound. The "n" and "g" together create the "ng" sound, which is nasal and often confused with the letter "n" alone. The final "le" is silent, but changes the sound of the preceding "a" from a short "a" to a long "a" as in "ape."

Meaning and Definition
Common Misspellings
Etymology
Idioms
Similar spelling words
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WRANGLE Meaning and Definition

  1. Wrangle is a verb that refers to engaging in a heated or prolonged dispute or argument, often characterized by intense or passionate debate or disagreement. It involves a back-and-forth exchange of conflicting ideas, opinions, or perspectives, usually with the aim of reaching a resolution or convincing the opposing party. Wrangling typically involves demonstrating assertiveness, persistence, and verbal agility to present one's case persuasively or defend one's position vigorously.

    In addition to verbal disputes, wrangle can also pertain to physical attempts at control or manipulation, particularly in the context of handling or restraining animals. For example, a rancher may wrangle a herd of wild horses to guide them to a specific location or round them up.

    As a noun, wrangle can also describe a dispute or argument itself, often referring to a lengthy or contentious one. It can imply a sense of chaos or disorder in the dispute, as conflicting ideas or interests collide and complicate the resolution process. Moreover, wrangle can be employed as a colloquial or informal term to describe any confused or tangled situation or state of affairs.

    Overall, the term wrangle captures the essence of intense and often passionate confrontation or debate that involves persuasive communication, physical control, or manipulation with the intention of settling disagreements or imposing order on a contentious situation.

  2. • To dispute angrily; to quarrel with much noise; to bicker; to squabble.
    • An angry dispute; a noisy quarrel.

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

Common Misspellings for WRANGLE

Etymology of WRANGLE

The word "wrangle" originated from the Middle English word "wrangel" which meant "to wrangle or dispute". It is derived from the Old English word "wranglian" which means "to contend, quarrel". The Old English word is further related to the Old High German word "ringan" meaning "to struggle" and the Old Norse word "rangr" meaning "wrong or unjust". The word ultimately has Germanic roots.

Idioms with the word WRANGLE

  • wrangle (with sm) (over sm or sth) The idiom "wrangle (with someone) (over something)" refers to a situation where people engage in a heated and argumentative dispute or struggle to reach an agreement on a particular topic, issue, or decision. It implies the presence of conflict, disagreement, and a lively exchange of differing opinions or perspectives.
  • wrangle for an ass's shadow The idiom "wrangle for an ass's shadow" means to quarrel over a meaningless or trivial matter. It refers to a pointless argument or disagreement that is not worth the effort or attention given to it.

Similar spelling words for WRANGLE

Plural form of WRANGLE is WRANGLES

Conjugate verb Wrangle

CONDITIONAL PERFECT

I would have wrangled
you would have wrangled
he/she/it would have wrangled
we would have wrangled
they would have wrangled
I would have wrangle
you would have wrangle
he/she/it would have wrangle
we would have wrangle
they would have wrangle

CONDITIONAL PERFECT PROGRESSIVE

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

CONDITIONAL PRESENT

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

CONDITIONAL PRESENT PROGRESSIVE

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

FUTURE

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

FUTURE CONTINUOUS

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

FUTURE PERFECT

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

FUTURE PERFECT CONTINUOUS

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

IMPERATIVE

you wrangle
we let´s wrangle

NONFINITE VERB FORMS

to wrangle

PAST CONTINUOUS

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

PAST PARTICIPLE

wrangled

PAST PERFECT

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

PAST PERFECT CONTINUOUS

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

PRESENT

I wrangle
you wrangle
he/she/it wrangles
we wrangle
they wrangle

PRESENT CONTINUOUS

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

PRESENT PARTICIPLE

wrangling

PRESENT PERFECT

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

PRESENT PERFECT CONTINUOUS

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

PRESENT SUBJUNCTIVE

he/she/it wrangle

SIMPLE PAST

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

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