Basic Details
Word: Spell
Part of Speech: Verb
Meaning: To say or write the letters of a word in the correct order.
Synonyms: Enunciate, state, dictate
Antonyms: Miswrite, confuse, jumble
Idioms and Phrases
- Spell it out: To explain something very clearly and in detail. Example: "I had to spell it out for him to understand the instructions."
- Under a spell: To be fascinated or enchanted by something. Example: "The children were under a spell as they listened to the magician's tricks."
Usage Examples
Example 1: Can you spell the word "giraffe" for me?
Example 2: During the spelling bee, each participant had to spell difficult words correctly.
Example 3: It helps to write down the word first before you spell it aloud.
Fun Fact
Did you know that the English language has some of the most irregular spelling rules? Words like "through," "bough," and "knight" can be quite tricky!
Famous Quote
"Spelling is a bit like maths; you have to know the rules to be able to do it correctly." Unknown
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "spell" mean?
a) To dance
b) To say or write the letters of a word in the correct order
c) To read a book
d) To jump high
Answer: b) To say or write the letters of a word in the correct order
2. Which of these is a synonym of "spell"?
a) Jump
b) Enunciate
c) Draw
d) Sleep
Answer: b) Enunciate
3. Which of the following is an antonym of "spell"?
a) Write
b) Miswrite
c) Speak
d) Listen
Answer: b) Miswrite
4. Which sentence uses "spell" correctly?
a) She can spell words quickly and accurately.
b) He loves to spell with his friends in the garden.
c) They spell during lunch breaks.
d) The cat wanted to spell.
Answer: a) She can spell words quickly and accurately.
5. What does the idiom "spell it out" mean?
a) To write in a different language
b) To explain something very clearly
c) To tell a secret
d) To write a poem
Answer: b) To explain something very clearly
