How Do You Spell TINTINNABULATE?

Pronunciation: [tˌɪntɪnˈabjʊlˌe͡ɪt] (IPA)

The word "tintinnabulate" may seem like a mouthful, but its spelling can be broken down with the help of IPA phonetic transcription. The first syllable, "tin", is pronounced with a short "i" sound, as in "pin". The second syllable, "tin", is pronounced with a schwa sound, like the "u" in "butter". The third syllable, "nah", has an "a" sound as in "father". The last syllable, "byuh-lit", is pronounced with a schwa sound, followed by a short "i" sound, and then a hard "t". Overall, the word is pronounced as "tin-TI-nuh-byoo-lit".

TINTINNABULATE Meaning and Definition

  1. Tintinnabulate is a verb that refers to the act of producing a ringing or tinkling sound, often resembling the sound of bells. The term derives from the Latin word "tintinnabulum," which means "a small bell" or "a bell-like sound." When something or someone tintinnabulates, it emits a series of clear and resonant sounds that are reminiscent of the musical tones and harmonies created by bells.

    The word tintinnabulate is typically used to describe the sound produced by bells, wind chimes, or other similar instruments. It signifies the repetitive and melodious nature of the ringing sound, which can evoke a sense of nostalgia, tranquility, or joy. This verb is often employed to portray the auditory experience of bells in various literary works, poetry, or descriptions of soundscapes.

    Tintinnabulate can also be used metaphorically to describe a particular quality or characteristic of a person's voice, musical piece, or other sound-producing entity. It implies an enchanting, captivating, or alluring sound that has a musical quality akin to the tinkling of bells. In this sense, it emphasizes the harmonious and pleasing nature of the sound, often conveying a sense of beauty, elegance, or gracefulness.

    Overall, tintinnabulate encapsulates the concept of producing a distinct and resonating sound, particularly one that resembles the chiming of bells, be it literal or metaphorical.

Common Misspellings for TINTINNABULATE

  • rintinnabulate
  • fintinnabulate
  • gintinnabulate
  • yintinnabulate
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  • 5intinnabulate
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  • tijtinnabulate
  • tihtinnabulate
  • tinrinnabulate
  • tinfinnabulate
  • tinginnabulate

Etymology of TINTINNABULATE

The word "tintinnabulate" originates from the Latin term "tintinnabulum", which means "bell" or "little bell". The Latin verb "tintinnare" means "to ring". The English word "tintinnabulate" was coined in the 19th century by the American poet Edgar Allan Poe. It is derived from the Latin roots and incorporates the suffix "-ate" to form a verb, indicating the action or process of making a sound like that of bells ringing.

Similar spelling word for TINTINNABULATE

Conjugate verb Tintinnabulate

CONDITIONAL

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

CONDITIONAL CONTINUOUS

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

CONDITIONAL PERFECT

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

CONDITIONAL PERFECT CONTINUOUS

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

FUTURE

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

FUTURE CONTINUOUS

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

FUTURE PERFECT

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

FUTURE PERFECT CONTINUOUS

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

IMPERATIVE

you tintinnabulate
we let´s tintinnabulate

NONFINITE VERB FORMS

to tintinnabulate

PAST

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

PAST CONTINUOUS

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

PAST PARTICIPLE

tintinnabulated

PAST PERFECT

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

PAST PERFECT CONTINUOUS

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

PRESENT

I tintinnabulate
you tintinnabulate
he/she/it tintinnabulates
we tintinnabulate
they tintinnabulate

PRESENT CONTINUOUS

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

PRESENT PARTICIPLE

tintinnabulating

PRESENT PERFECT

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

PRESENT PERFECT CONTINUOUS

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

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