How Do You Spell MISCARRY?

Pronunciation: [mɪskˈaɹi] (IPA)

The word "miscarry" is spelled with a double "s" in the middle, which might seem strange. However, this is because the first "c" makes the "s" sound before the "a", and the second "c" makes the "k" sound after the "a". Therefore, we need the double "s" to indicate that the "s" sound comes before the "k" sound. The IPA phonetic transcription for "miscarry" is /mɪsˈkæri/, indicating the stress on the second syllable and the two distinct sounds made by the "c".

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MISCARRY Meaning and Definition

  1. The verb "miscarry" refers to the failure or unfortunate outcome of a plan, project, or event. It denotes the inability to achieve the desired or intended goal, often due to unforeseen circumstances, mistakes, or external factors. The term encompasses a range of contexts, including personal, professional, or social spheres.

    In a personal context, "miscarry" often signifies a failed pregnancy, specifically when a fetus is lost before the 20th week of gestation. However, it can also extend to the unsuccessful completion of other endeavors in an individual's life, such as a failed attempt to achieve a goal or disappointment in personal relationships.

    From a professional standpoint, "miscarry" refers to the unsuccessful execution or outcome of a business plan, a project, or an endeavor. It describes situations where the intended objectives are not met, often resulting in financial losses, dissatisfied stakeholders, or organizational setbacks.

    In a broader social context, "miscarry" denotes the failure of legislation, policies, or government actions to achieve their intended purposes, whether in terms of societal progress, welfare, or justice. This highlights instances where actions are ineffective, counterproductive, or misguided.

    Overall, "miscarry" encompasses a wide range of situations where plans, projects, or events fall short of their intended aims, encompassing personal, professional, and social inadequacies or disappointments.

  2. To give birth to a non-viable fetus, i.e. to one from four to six months old.

    A practical medical dictionary. By Stedman, Thomas Lathrop. Published 1920.

  3. To fail of the intended effect; not to reach its destination; to bring forth young before the time.

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

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Etymology of MISCARRY

The word "miscarry" has its origins in Middle English. It comes from the combination of two elements: "mis", which means "wrongly" or "badly", and "carry", referring to the act of carrying or bearing. The term initially meant to carry something in a wrong or bad manner, but over time, it acquired its modern sense of a failed or unsuccessful outcome, particularly in the context of the termination of a pregnancy.

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Conjugate verb Miscarry

CONDITIONAL PERFECT

I would have miscarried
you would have miscarried
he/she/it would have miscarried
we would have miscarried
they would have miscarried
I would have miscarry
you would have miscarry
he/she/it would have miscarry
we would have miscarry
they would have miscarry

CONDITIONAL PERFECT PROGRESSIVE

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

CONDITIONAL PRESENT

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

CONDITIONAL PRESENT PROGRESSIVE

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

FUTURE

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

FUTURE CONTINUOUS

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

FUTURE PERFECT

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

FUTURE PERFECT CONTINUOUS

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

IMPERATIVE

you miscarry
we let´s miscarry

NONFINITE VERB FORMS

to miscarry

PAST CONTINUOUS

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

PAST PARTICIPLE

miscarried

PAST PERFECT

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

PAST PERFECT CONTINUOUS

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

PRESENT

I miscarry
you miscarry
he/she/it miscarries
we miscarry
they miscarry

PRESENT CONTINUOUS

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

PRESENT PARTICIPLE

miscarrying

PRESENT PERFECT

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

PRESENT PERFECT CONTINUOUS

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

PRESENT SUBJUNCTIVE

he/she/it miscarry

SIMPLE PAST

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

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