How Do You Spell YAP?

Pronunciation: [jˈap] (IPA)

The word "yap" is spelled with the IPA transcription /jæp/. The initial sound of "y" is a voiced palatal approximant, followed by a short "a" vowel sound. The final sound is a voiceless bilabial stop, "p". This word typically refers to a sharp, loud bark of a small dog. The spelling of the word accurately represents the sound of the bark, making it easy to recognize and understand its meaning.

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YAP Meaning and Definition

  1. Yap is a verb that can have several different meanings depending on the context. Generally, it refers to a high-pitched, repetitive, or continuous barking sound made by small dogs. However, yap can also be used metaphorically to describe the act of talking incessantly or making annoying, shrill, or excessive comments.

    In its literal sense, yap exemplifies the noise that small or toy breed dogs such as Chihuahuas, Pomeranians, or Poodles make when they bark. It is characterized by short, sharp, and high-pitched sounds that are often repetitive and rapid. Yap is commonly associated with small dogs, typically indicative of their territorial nature, excitement, or defense mechanism.

    In a figurative sense, yap means to talk incessantly, noisily, or in a repetitive manner. It refers to constant chatter, often consisting of trivial or insignificant topics. Yap can also imply excessive or unnecessary comments, particularly when they are bothersome, pointless, or irritating to others. It is often used to convey annoyance or frustration towards a person who talks excessively without adding any value to the conversation.

    Overall, yap encompasses both the literal and metaphorical aspects of vocalization. It describes the high-pitched barking sound made by small dogs and extends to the human behavior of talking incessantly or making irritating comments.

  2. To bark.

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

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  • ya 85.7142857%

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Etymology of YAP

The word "yap" is derived from the Old Norse word "gjapa" which means "to yelp" or "to bark". Over time, the word underwent various changes, with "gjapa" transforming into "gavpa" in Old English and later further evolving into "yap" in Middle English. The term "yap" has come to represent the high-pitched, sharp barking sound typically associated with small dogs.

Idioms with the word YAP

  • yap at sm The idiom "yap at someone" means to constantly criticize, scold, or complain loudly at them, often in an annoying or nagging manner. It implies excessive or unnecessary verbal confrontations or bickering.
  • yap about sm or sth The idiom "yap about sm or sth" means to talk incessantly or at length about something or someone, often in a trivial or annoying manner. It implies that the person is talking without a clear purpose or without making much sense.
  • yap, yap, yapping all day long The idiom "yap, yap, yapping all day long" is used to describe someone who talks incessantly or continuously without stopping. It implies that the person talks non-stop and can be annoying or repetitive in their speech.
  • yap, yap, yapping all day The idiom "yap, yap, yapping all day" refers to someone who talks incessantly, particularly in a loud or annoying manner, without stopping.

Similar spelling words for YAP

Plural form of YAP is YAPS

Conjugate verb Yap

CONDITIONAL PERFECT

I would have yapped
you would have yapped
he/she/it would have yapped
we would have yapped
they would have yapped
I would have yap
you would have yap
he/she/it would have yap
we would have yap
they would have yap

CONDITIONAL PERFECT PROGRESSIVE

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

CONDITIONAL PRESENT

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

CONDITIONAL PRESENT PROGRESSIVE

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

FUTURE

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

FUTURE CONTINUOUS

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

FUTURE PERFECT

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

FUTURE PERFECT CONTINUOUS

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

IMPERATIVE

you yap
we let´s yap

NONFINITE VERB FORMS

to yap

PAST CONTINUOUS

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

PAST PARTICIPLE

yapped

PAST PERFECT

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

PAST PERFECT CONTINUOUS

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

PRESENT

I yap
you yap
he/she/it yaps
we yap
they yap

PRESENT CONTINUOUS

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

PRESENT PARTICIPLE

yapping

PRESENT PERFECT

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

PRESENT PERFECT CONTINUOUS

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

PRESENT SUBJUNCTIVE

he/she/it yap

SIMPLE PAST

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

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