How Do You Spell CONFERRING?

Pronunciation: [kənfˈɜːɹɪŋ] (IPA)

Conferring is a word that refers to discussing or consulting with another person or group. In IPA phonetic transcription, the word is spelled /kənˈfɜːrɪŋ/. The first syllable is pronounced with a schwa vowel sound, followed by a stressed syllable with the letter 'f' pronounced as /f/ and the letter 'er' making an /ɜːr/ sound. The final syllable consists of the letter 'i' pronounced as /ɪ/ and the letter 'ng' making an /ŋ/ sound, creating the word conferring /kənˈfɜːrɪŋ/.

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CONFERRING Meaning and Definition

  1. Conferring is a verb that refers to the act of discussing, exchanging ideas, or consulting with someone in order to reach a decision, come to an agreement, or seek advice. It involves a collaborative process where two or more individuals engage in dialogue to share information, opinions, or perspectives.

    Conferring typically takes place in professional, academic, or formal settings where individuals confer to exchange knowledge, expertise, or guidance. It can occur in various contexts such as conferences, meetings, or brainstorming sessions where participants engage in a meaningful conversation to address a particular issue, problem, or task.

    During a conference or meeting, conferring often involves hearing different viewpoints, considering alternative suggestions, negotiating, and finding consensus. It requires active listening, effective communication skills, and open-mindedness to ensure that all participants have an opportunity to contribute and be heard.

    Conferring can also refer to the act of bestowing or granting something to someone. In this sense, it is often used in the context of awards, honors, or titles, where an individual is recognized and officially presented with an accolade or distinction.

    Overall, conferring encompasses the notion of collaborative discussion, deliberation, and consultation, whether it relates to decision-making, seeking advice, sharing information, or recognizing achievements.

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Etymology of CONFERRING

The word "conferring" can be traced back to the Latin word "conferre", which is a combination of the prefix "con-" meaning "together" and "ferre" meaning "to carry or bring". In Latin, "conferre" primarily meant "to bring together" or "to compare". Over time, the meaning of "conferre" evolved and in English, "conferring" came to refer to the act of bestowing or granting something, especially through a formal discussion or consultation. Today, "conferring" often denotes the act of exchanging ideas, discussing topics, or awarding honors or degrees in academic contexts.

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Conjugate verb Conferring

CONDITIONAL

I would conferring
you would conferring
he/she/it would conferring
we would conferring
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I would confer
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CONDITIONAL CONTINUOUS

I would be conferring
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we would be conferring
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CONDITIONAL PERFECT

I would have conferring
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CONDITIONAL PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I would have been conferring
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FUTURE

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

FUTURE CONTINUOUS

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FUTURE PERFECT

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FUTURE PERFECT CONTINUOUS

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IMPERATIVE

you confer
we let´s confer

NONFINITE VERB FORMS

to confer

PAST

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

PAST CONTINUOUS

I was conferring
you were conferring
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we were conferring
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PAST PARTICIPLE

conferred

PAST PERFECT

I had conferred
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they had conferred

PAST PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I had been conferring
you had been conferring
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PRESENT

I confer
you confer
he/she/it confers
we confer
they confer

PRESENT CONTINUOUS

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

PRESENT PARTICIPLE

conferring

PRESENT PERFECT

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

PRESENT PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I have been conferring
you have been conferring
he/she/it has been conferring
we have been conferring
they have been conferring
I would have conferred
we would have conferred
you would have conferred
he/she/it would have conferred
they would have conferred

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