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elided

 

[ ɪˈlaɪdɪd ]

Adjective
Context #1 | Adjective

grammar context

Elided refers to the omission of a sound or syllable when speaking or writing. This often occurs in casual speech where certain sounds might be considered unnecessary or cumbersome. In written language, elision helps to make text more concise and easier to read. It is a common linguistic phenomenon in various languages, enabling smoother communication and often reflecting a speaker's dialect or style.

Synonyms

abridged, contracted, omitted

Examples of usage

  • The word 'I'm' is elided from 'I am'.
  • In casual conversation, people often elide 'going to' to 'gonna'.
  • She elided the vowels in 'probably' to sound like 'probly'.

Translations

Translations of the word "elided" in other languages:

🇵🇹 omitido

🇮🇳 छोड़ दिया गया

🇩🇪 ausgelassen

🇮🇩 diabaikan

🇺🇦 опущений

🇵🇱 pominięty

🇯🇵 省略された

🇫🇷 ommis

🇪🇸 omitido

🇹🇷 atlanan

🇰🇷 생략된

🇸🇦 محذوف

🇨🇿 vynechaný

🇸🇰 vynechaný

🇨🇳 省略的

🇸🇮 izpuščen

🇮🇸 útskýrt

🇰🇿 қалып кеткен

🇬🇪 გამოტოვებული

🇦🇿 atlanan

🇲🇽 omitido

Etymology

The term 'elided' originated from the Latin word 'elidere', which means 'to strike out' or 'to remove'. The evolution of the word saw its transition into Middle English as 'eliden' before being adopted into modern English. Its use in linguistic contexts has been noted since the 19th century as scholars began to analyze patterns of speech and writing. The concept of elision is crucial in understanding both phonetics and syntax, as it reveals how language evolves and adapts in informal circles. Notably, elision often serves to enhance rhythm and flow in poetic works, highlighting its importance beyond mere convenience in conversation.

Word Frequency Rank

This word's position of #31,866 indicates it's among the more rare English words. While understanding it broadens your vocabulary, focus on more common words first.