How Do You Spell MONOGRAM?

Pronunciation: [mˈɒnə͡ʊɡɹˌam] (IPA)

The word "monogram" is spelled as /ˈmɒnəɡræm/ in IPA phonetic transcription. The first syllable, "mon," is pronounced with the short "o" sound, while the second syllable, "o," is pronounced with the schwa sound. The third syllable, "gram," is pronounced with a short "a" sound followed by the "m" sound. A monogram is a design consisting of one or more letters, often used as an identifying emblem or logo. Knowing the correct spelling of this word is important for anyone wishing to use or recognize such designs.

MONOGRAM Meaning and Definition

  1. A monogram is a decorative symbol or emblem that represents a person's initials or a group of letters, typically woven, embossed, or embroidered onto fabric or added as a design element on personal belongings. It consists of intertwined letters that are typically the initials of a person's first, middle, and last names.

    The purpose of a monogram is to personalize and identify something as belonging to a specific individual or group. It is often used as a form of personal branding or customization. Monograms can be found on a wide range of items, including clothing, accessories, household items, stationary, and even as logos for companies or organizations.

    Monograms have a long history and are associated with elegance, sophistication, and exclusivity. They originated in ancient Greece and became popular during the Middle Ages, especially among royalty, nobility, and the upper class. Monograms were often elaborate and intricate, created by skilled craftsmen and artisans.

    Today, monograms are still widely used and can be found in various styles and designs. They are often seen as a way to add a touch of individuality or personalization to an item, making it unique and special. Monograms can be created using different fonts, sizes, colors, and placement, allowing for endless possibilities of design.

  2. A cipher, or a single device, formed by the intertexture of two or more letters; the private mark of an artist.

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

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Etymology of MONOGRAM

The word "monogram" has its roots in the Greek language. It is derived from the combination of two Greek words: "monos", meaning "single" or "alone", and "gramma", meaning "letter". Therefore, "monogram" refers to a design or pattern formed by combining or interlacing two or more letters, typically initials, into a single symbol. The term has been used in English since the early 17th century.

Similar spelling words for MONOGRAM

Plural form of MONOGRAM is MONOGRAMS

Conjugate verb Monogram

CONDITIONAL

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

CONDITIONAL CONTINUOUS

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

CONDITIONAL PERFECT

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

CONDITIONAL PERFECT CONTINUOUS

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

FUTURE

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

FUTURE CONTINUOUS

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

FUTURE PERFECT

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

FUTURE PERFECT CONTINUOUS

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

IMPERATIVE

you monogram
we let´s monogram

NONFINITE VERB FORMS

to monogram

PAST

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

PAST CONTINUOUS

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

PAST PARTICIPLE

monogrammed

PAST PERFECT

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

PAST PERFECT CONTINUOUS

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

PRESENT

I monogram
you monogram
he/she/it monograms
we monogram
they monogram

PRESENT CONTINUOUS

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

PRESENT PARTICIPLE

monogramming

PRESENT PERFECT

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

PRESENT PERFECT CONTINUOUS

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

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