How Do You Spell ZOMBIE?

Pronunciation: [zˈɒmbi] (IPA)

The word "zombie" is spelled with a "z" instead of an "s" because it originates from Haitian Creole, where the sound "z" is used instead of "s". In IPA transcription, "zombie" is pronounced as /ˈzɒmbi/. The "z" sound is represented by the "z" symbol, the "o" sound is represented by the "ɒ" symbol, the "m" sound is represented by the "m" symbol, the "b" sound is represented by the "b" symbol, and the "i" sound is represented by the "i" symbol.

ZOMBIE Meaning and Definition

1. A zombie is a fictional archetype or creature typically found in horror literature, films, and folklore. It is characterized as a reanimated corpse or a person who has been transformed into an undead being through mystical means or a viral infection. The term "zombie" originated from Haitian folklore, where it referred to a person who had been revived by a Vodou priest using necromancy or black magic, resulting in a mindless and soulless entity.

   In contemporary usage, a zombie is often depicted as a decaying and decomposing corpse with pallid skin, vacant eyes, and an insatiable hunger for human flesh or brains. It is portrayed as lacking self-awareness and intellect, driven by basic survival instinct and attacking living beings to sustain its existence. Zombies are commonly associated with a slow, staggering gait and a persistent pursuit of their prey.

   The concept of zombies has evolved over time, with various interpretations across different cultures and media. They have become a popular trope in horror fiction, representing themes of death, decay, apocalypse, and the fear of losing control. Modern depictions of zombies often incorporate elements of science fiction, the supernatural, or a post-apocalyptic setting.

   Zombies have also transcended the horror genre, becoming a symbol in popular culture and used metaphorically to describe people or things that seem lifeless, mindless, or lacking individuality. In this context, the definition of a zombie may extend beyond the literal interpretation of an undead creature to encompass ideas of conformity, monotony, or social disengagement.

Top Common Misspellings for ZOMBIE *

• zombe 42.8571428%
• zomie 28.5714285%

* 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 ZOMBIE

• somie
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• Momnie
• Cosbie
• embie
• sobie
• oobie
• ogbie
• nambie
• zoiie
• zopie
• doobie
• Zomboh
• Zemboe
• Zimboe
• Zombut
• Coybie
• Zambier
• kombie
• Dombte
• comebie
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• tombae
• mombie
• Zemnie
• Qumbie
• ZOMMEE
• Zoryie
• Zomole
• Pombieo
• Omaie
• crombie
• zombeez

Etymology of ZOMBIE

The word "zombie" originated from the West African voodoo tradition, particularly in the country of Haiti. It comes from the Haitian Creole word "zonbi", which in turn is derived from the Kongo word "nzambi" meaning "spirit of a dead person" or "god". In Haitian folklore, a zombie is a reanimated corpse brought back to life by a sorcerer or bokor (a witch doctor) using supernatural powers.

Similar spelling words for ZOMBIE

• zombi,
• zomba.

Plural form of ZOMBIE is ZOMBIES