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Pronunciation: [kˈɪbɪts] (IPA)

Kibitz (/ˈkɪbɪts/) is a Yiddish word that means to offer unsolicited advice, often while watching others play games. The spelling of the word 'kibitz' can be explained through its origin in Yiddish, which uses the Hebrew script. The Hebrew letter 'kaf' represents the 'k' sound, while the 'bet' or 'vav' represents the 'b' or 'v' sound respectively. The use of the 'tz' combination in the spelling of 'kibitz' reflects the Yiddish phonetic pronunciation of the 'ts' sound.

KIBITZ Meaning and Definition

  1. Kibitz, in its noun form, refers to a person who gives unsolicited advice or comments, particularly while observing a game or other activity. This term is commonly used to describe individuals who interfere or intrude upon a situation without being asked. As a verb, kibitz means to offer such intrusive advice or comments. It implies a level of informality and often carries a connotation of annoyance or irritation.

    The term originated from Yiddish and is derived from the German word "kübitsen," which means "to look on" or "to look over someone's shoulder." In this sense, kibitz implies someone looking over or peeking into a game or activity, usually offering commentary or suggestions that may or may not be helpful or welcomed by those involved.

    Kibitzing is commonly associated with card games, chess matches, or other competitive activities where spectators may feel compelled to offer their opinions or insights. It is often seen as a means of seeking attention or asserting one's superiority in knowledge or skill, although it can also be driven by genuine enthusiasm or a desire to engage with others.

    In general, kibitzing is considered intrusive and unwelcome unless explicitly invited. The term has also expanded beyond its original context and can be used more broadly to describe anyone who gives unwanted advice or opinions in various situations, not limited to games or competitions.

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Etymology of KIBITZ

The word "kibitz" is of Yiddish origin. It comes from the Yiddish word "kibetsn", which means "to chat" or "to talk in a meddlesome or intrusive manner". It was derived from the Hebrew word "kibbutz" (קִבּוּץ), meaning "gathering" or "collective". In Yiddish, it typically refers to someone who offers unsolicited advice or comments on something they are not directly involved in, particularly while playing cards or games. It later made its way into English usage, retaining a similar meaning.

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Conjugate verb Kibitz

CONDITIONAL

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

CONDITIONAL CONTINUOUS

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

CONDITIONAL PERFECT

I would have kibitz
you would have kibitz
he/she/it would have kibitz
we would have kibitz
they would have kibitz

CONDITIONAL PERFECT CONTINUOUS

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

FUTURE

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

FUTURE CONTINUOUS

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

FUTURE PERFECT

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

FUTURE PERFECT CONTINUOUS

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

IMPERATIVE

you kibitz
we let´s kibitz

NONFINITE VERB FORMS

to kibitz

PAST

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

PAST CONTINUOUS

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

PAST PARTICIPLE

kibitzed

PAST PERFECT

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

PAST PERFECT CONTINUOUS

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

PRESENT

I kibitz
you kibitz
he/she/it kibitzs
we kibitz
they kibitz
he/she/it kibitzes

PRESENT CONTINUOUS

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

PRESENT PARTICIPLE

kibitzing

PRESENT PERFECT

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

PRESENT PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I have been kibitzing
you have been kibitzing
he/she/it has been kibitzing
we have been kibitzing
they have been kibitzing
I would have kibitzed
we would have kibitzed
you would have kibitzed
he/she/it would have kibitzed
they would have kibitzed

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