How Do You Spell ZIP?

Pronunciation: [zˈɪp] (IPA)

The word "zip" is spelled with three letters "Z", "I", and "P". It is commonly used as a noun to refer to a fastening device, or as a verb meaning to close or open something using a zipper. The IPA phonetic transcription of "zip" is /zɪp/, with the "z" sound represented by the symbol /z/, the "i" sound by /ɪ/, and the "p" sound by /p/. This word is easy to spell and commonly found in everyday language.

ZIP Meaning and Definition

1. Zip (noun):

   1. A fastener consisting of two strips of fabric or metal with interlocking projections, used to close openings, such as those on clothing or bags. Synonyms include zipper, slide fastener, and fly.

   2. A sudden, high-pitched or humming sound, similar to that made by a fast-moving object, or the act of making such a sound. It can be produced by swift movement, tightness, friction, or a sudden release of air.

   3. A slang term commonly used in the United States, primarily meaning energy, liveliness, or vigor. It is often used to describe someone's enthusiasm or excitement.

   4. In computing and technology, a software program or utility used to compress or extract files or data into a smaller, more manageable format. ZIP is both a file format and a popular compression algorithm.

   Zip (verb):

   1. To fasten or close with a zipper or similar fastener. It involves joining the two strips by moving a slider or a pull tab up or down.

   2. To move swiftly or rapidly with a high-pitched or humming sound. It can refer to the movement of a fast-moving object or a person moving quickly and smoothly.

   3. To compress or make a file or data smaller in size using a software program or utility, typically involving the ZIP format or algorithm.

   4. To move with energy, liveliness, or vigor; to proceed quickly or energetically. It is often used to describe someone's pace or movement.

Top Common Misspellings for ZIP *

• zipe 33.3333333%
• zipp 33.3333333%

* The statistics data for these misspellings percentages are collected from over 15,411,110 spell check sessions on www.spellchecker.net from Jan 2010 - Jun 2012.

Other Common Misspellings for ZIP

• tipp
• wip
• zoiu
• zipps
• kipp
• voip
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• ziped
• cip
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• szie
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• cim
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• biu
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• eie
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• rir
• tnp
• jmp
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• pio
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• zhip
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• sips
• zjp
• zkp
• z9p
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• zi0
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• azip
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• zipo
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• zyp
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• ziq
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• Zieb
• wzio
• Zipa
• zizi
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• zwio
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• zzop
• zhii
• zqio
• TZIy
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• ziqb
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• zOIPB
• rzzip
• ZHIPH
• zigz

Etymology of ZIP

The word "zip" has multiple origins and meanings, so it is important to clarify which specific context or usage you are referring to. Here are a few possible etymologies for the word "zip" in different contexts:

1. Zip (noun) meaning "a brief, high-pitched buzzing or humming sound":

This sense of "zip" likely originated as an onomatopoeic word, imitating the noise produced by something quickly moving or passing by.

2. Zip (verb) meaning "to move or act with speed or vigor":

The verb sense of "zip" derived from the noun sense mentioned above. It signifies brisk or energetic movement, and shares the onomatopoeic nature of the original buzzing sound.

3. Zip (abbreviation) meaning "zone improvement plan":

In the United States, "zip" is often used as an abbreviation of "ZIP code", which stands for "Zone Improvement Plan".

Idioms with the word ZIP

• zip sth on The idiom "zip sth on" means to quickly put something on or wear it with haste. It implies an efficient and swift action of dressing or wearing something.
• Zip (up) your lip! The idiom "Zip (up) your lip!" is an informal way of telling someone to be quiet or stop talking. It is a command to cease speaking and keep one's lips closed, similar to physically zipping a zipper.
• zip along The idiom "zip along" means to move or progress swiftly or rapidly. It can refer to physical movement, such as a vehicle or person moving quickly, or to a process or event progressing swiftly without delays.
• zip past sm or sth The idiom "zip past someone or something" means to pass or move quickly by someone or something without stopping or slowing down. It implies a fast and swift movement, often indicating speed or urgency in the action being performed.
• zip past The idiom "zip past" means to move quickly or swiftly past someone or something. It implies going past at a high speed or in a rapid manner, without wasting much time.
• zip gun The idiom "zip gun" refers to a homemade, makeshift firearm that is typically crudely constructed using various simple materials. It usually has low power and accuracy and is considered illegal in many jurisdictions.
• zip your lip The idiomatic expression "zip your lip" means to stop talking or to remain silent. It is a figurative way of telling someone to keep their mouth closed or to refrain from speaking.
• zip it The idiom "zip it" can be defined as a request or command for someone to be silent or stop talking, often used when someone is saying or about to say something inappropriate, unwanted, or unnecessary.
• zip sth up To "zip something up" is an idiomatic expression that means to complete or finish something quickly and efficiently. It often implies speeding up the process or bringing it to a swift conclusion. The phrase originated from the literal action of zipping up a zipper on clothing, which seals or encloses the object in a rapid manner.

Similar spelling words for ZIP

• zippy,
• zieba,
• ZIFF,
• zip by.

Plural form of ZIP is ZIPS

Conjugate verb Zip

CONDITIONAL PERFECT

I would have zipped

you would have zipped

he/she/it would have zipped

we would have zipped

they would have zipped

I would have zip

you would have zip

he/she/it would have zip

we would have zip

they would have zip

CONDITIONAL PERFECT PROGRESSIVE

I would have been zipping

you would have been zipping

he/she/it would have been zipping

we would have been zipping

they would have been zipping

CONDITIONAL PRESENT

I would zip

you would zip

he/she/it would zip

we would zip

they would zip

CONDITIONAL PRESENT PROGRESSIVE

I would be zipping

you would be zipping

he/she/it would be zipping

we would be zipping

they would be zipping

FUTURE

I will zip

you will zip

he/she/it will zip

we will zip

they will zip

FUTURE CONTINUOUS

I will be zipping

you will be zipping

he/she/it will be zipping

we will be zipping

they will be zipping

FUTURE PERFECT

I will have zipped

you will have zipped

he/she/it will have zipped

we will have zipped

they will have zipped

FUTURE PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I will have been zipping

you will have been zipping

he/she/it will have been zipping

we will have been zipping

they will have been zipping

IMPERATIVE

you zip

we let´s zip

NONFINITE VERB FORMS

to zip

PAST CONTINUOUS

I was zipping

you were zipping

he/she/it was zipping

we were zipping

they were zipping

PAST PARTICIPLE

zipped

PAST PERFECT

I had zipped

you had zipped

he/she/it had zipped

we had zipped

they had zipped

PAST PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I had been zipping

you had been zipping

he/she/it had been zipping

we had been zipping

they had been zipping

PRESENT

I zip

you zip

he/she/it zips

we zip

they zip

PRESENT CONTINUOUS

I am zipping

you are zipping

he/she/it is zipping

we are zipping

they are zipping

PRESENT PARTICIPLE

zipping

PRESENT PERFECT

I have zipped

you have zipped

he/she/it has zipped

we have zipped

they have zipped

PRESENT PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I have been zipping

you have been zipping

he/she/it has been zipping

we have been zipping

they have been zipping

PRESENT SUBJUNCTIVE

he/she/it zip

SIMPLE PAST

I zipped

you zipped

he/she/it zipped

we zipped

they zipped