How Do You Spell DOST LIKE?

Pronunciation: [dˈɒst lˈa͡ɪk] (IPA)

The spelling of the phrase "dost like" may seem unusual to modern English speakers. However, it was commonly used during the Elizabethan era in the 16th century. The word "dost" is pronounced as /dʌst/ and is the second person singular present tense of the verb "do." Meanwhile, "like" is pronounced as /laɪk/ and means to have a preference for something. So, "dost like" means "do you like" in modern English. The unique spelling of this phrase reminds us of the evolution of the English language over time.

Common Misspellings
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Common Misspellings for DOST LIKE

  • sost like
  • xost like
  • cost like
  • fost like
  • rost like
  • eost like
  • dkst like
  • dlst like
  • dpst like
  • d0st like
  • d9st like
  • doat like
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  • dosr like
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  • dosy like

Etymology of DOST LIKE

The phrase "dost like" is a combination of two words: "dost" and "like".

"Dost" is the second-person singular present form of the verb "do", which was commonly used in Early Modern English (around the 16th to 17th centuries). It indicates an action done by the subject, often used in questions or to form negatives. It derives from the Old English word "dōst", which had a similar usage.

"Like" is a verb that means to find pleasure or enjoyment in something, to have a preference for it, or to approve of it. It originated from the Middle English word "liken", which comes from the Old English word "gelīcian", meaning "to please" or "to be similar to".

When combined, the phrase "dost like" means "do you enjoy" or "do you approve".