How Do You Spell LEAPING?

Pronunciation: [lˈiːpɪŋ] (IPA)

Leaping is spelled with the letters 'l', 'e', 'a', 'p', 'i', and 'ng'. In IPA (International Phonetic Alphabet), it is transcribed as /ˈliːpɪŋ/. The symbol '/' indicates the beginning and end of the transcription, and each phoneme is separated by a '.'. The first sound is a long 'l' sound, followed by a long 'e' sound. The 'a' is pronounced as a short 'æ' sound, and the 'p' is a voiceless 'p' sound. 'I' is pronounced as a long 'i' sound, and 'ng' is a consonant blend pronounced as /ŋ/.

LEAPING Meaning and Definition

  1. Leaping is a verb that refers to the act of jumping forcefully, swiftly, or with great energy or enthusiasm. It involves propelling one's body from a surface or support into the air, often with an intention to reach a higher position or distance. Leaping typically involves both a powerful lower body push and a coordinated movement of the arms for balance and control during the jump.

    Leaping can be seen across various contexts, including nature, sports, dance, and common daily activities. Animals, particularly those with a strong ability to jump, such as kangaroos or frogs, demonstrate leaping motions as a primary means of locomotion. In sports, leaping is often utilized in activities like high jumping, long jumping, and gymnastics, where athletes need to clear significant heights or lengths with controlled and precise jumps. Similarly, in dance, performers use leaping techniques to add grace, fluidity, and aesthetic appeal to their movements.

    The term "leaping" is also metaphorically used to describe someone who is making a significant or sudden transition, leap of faith, or rapid progress in their career, personal life, or any other aspect. This connotation implies a sudden and bold change of direction or advancement, often accompanied by risk-taking or enthusiastic pursuit of new opportunities.

    Overall, leaping refers to the dynamic and vigorous action of jumping, whether it is happening physically or metaphorically, creating a sense of motion, elevation, and excitement.

  2. • Springing; bounding.
    • Act of jumping or skipping.

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

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Etymology of LEAPING

The word "leaping" originated from the Middle English word "lepyn" which ultimately comes from the Old English word "hlēapan". "Hlēapan" is an early Germanic word that is akin to the Old Norse word "hljópa" and the Gothic word "hlaupan". All these words share a common Proto-Germanic root "hlaupaną", meaning "to jump" or "to leap".

Similar spelling words for LEAPING

Plural form of LEAPING is LEAPINGS

Conjugate verb Leaping

CONDITIONAL

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

FUTURE

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

FUTURE PERFECT

I will have leaped, will have leapt
we will have leaped, will have leapt
you will have leaped, will have leapt
he/she/it will have leaped, will have leapt
they will have leaped, will have leapt

PAST

I leaped, leapt
we leaped, leapt
you leaped, leapt
he/she/it leaped, leapt
they leaped, leapt

PAST PERFECT

I had leapt, had leaped
we had leapt, had leaped
you had leapt, had leaped
he/she/it had leapt, had leaped
they had leapt, had leaped

PRESENT

I leap
we leap
you leap
he/she/it leaps
they leap

PRESENT PERFECT

I have leapt, have leaped
we have leapt, have leaped
you have leapt, have leaped
he/she/it has leapt, has leaped
they have leapt, have leaped
I am leaping
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you are leaping
he/she/it is leaping
they are leaping
I was leaping
we were leaping
you were leaping
he/she/it was leaping
they were leaping
I will be leaping
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you will be leaping
he/she/it will be leaping
they will be leaping
I have been leaping
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he/she/it has been leaping
they have been leaping
I had been leaping
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I will have been leaping
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they will have been leaping
I would have leapt, would have leaped
we would have leapt, would have leaped
you would have leapt, would have leaped
he/she/it would have leapt, would have leaped
they would have leapt, would have leaped
I would be leaping
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he/she/it would be leaping
they would be leaping
I would have been leaping
we would have been leaping
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