How Do You Spell GAWK?

Pronunciation: [ɡˈɔːk] (IPA)

The word "gawk" is spelled with the letters G, A, W, and K. In IPA phonetic transcription, it is spelled as /ɡɔk/. The sound "ɡ" represents the "g" sound in the word, "ɔ" represents the "aw" sound, and "k" represents the "k" sound at the end of the word. The word "gawk" means to stare in a rude, awkward manner, usually out of curiosity or surprise. It is important to use the correct spelling of words to ensure accurate communication.

GAWK Meaning and Definition

  1. Gawk is a verb that refers to staring at something or someone openly and with a sense of curiosity, fascination, or astonishment. This word is also used to depict an expression of cluelessness or dumbfoundedness. When someone gawks, they usually fix their gaze on a subject for an extended period, exhibiting a lack of self-awareness about their blatant observation.

    Gawking is often associated with intense interest or surprise, but it can also denote a rudeness or a lack of courtesy, as it may make the person being observed feel uncomfortable or objectified. People generally gawk when they encounter something extraordinary, bizarre, or unexpected that captures their attention, such as a peculiar outfit, an unusual event, an impressive performance, or a celebrity sighting.

    The term "gawk" can be traced back to the Middle Low German word "gauken," which means to stare or gape. It entered the English language during the 17th century, and its meaning has remained relatively consistent since then. Synonyms for gawk include gaze, stare, ogle, peer, rubberneck, and goggle. Although related, gawk should not be confused with the term "gape," which typically refers to opening the mouth wide in astonishment or awe. Gawk is a verb that encapsulates the act of visually fixating in a state of utter amazement or absorption.

  2. A fool; a simpleton.

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

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Etymology of GAWK

The word "gawk" originated in Middle English as "gauk" or "gawk" around the 12th century. It is believed to have derived from the Old Norse word "gaukr", which meant "a cuckoo" or "a simpleton". The term "gaukr" eventually developed into "gawke" in Middle English, referring to a person who was foolish, awkward, or dull-witted.

Over time, the meaning of "gawk" expanded to also imply someone who stares in a foolish or clumsy manner, often with an open mouth. It is commonly used to describe someone who appears clueless or lacking in social awareness. The word has remained relatively unchanged in its spelling and meaning throughout its history.

Idioms with the word GAWK

  • gawk at sm or sth The idiom "gawk at someone or something" means to stare at someone or something in a foolish, rude, or overly interested manner, typically because they are unusual, strange, or out of the ordinary. It implies a sense of curiosity, astonishment, or fascination but often carries a negative connotation of being impolite or lacking tact.
  • gawk at someone or something The idiom "gawk at someone or something" refers to the act of staring at someone or something in an awkward or rude manner, often due to curiosity, surprise, or fascination. It implies gazing openly and unabashedly, with an element of distraction or lack of social grace.

Similar spelling words for GAWK

Plural form of GAWK is GAWKS

Conjugate verb Gawk

CONDITIONAL PERFECT

I would have gawked
you would have gawked
he/she/it would have gawked
we would have gawked
they would have gawked
I would have gawk
you would have gawk
he/she/it would have gawk
we would have gawk
they would have gawk

CONDITIONAL PERFECT PROGRESSIVE

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

CONDITIONAL PRESENT

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

CONDITIONAL PRESENT PROGRESSIVE

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

FUTURE

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

FUTURE CONTINUOUS

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

FUTURE PERFECT

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

FUTURE PERFECT CONTINUOUS

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

IMPERATIVE

you gawk
we let´s gawk

NONFINITE VERB FORMS

to gawk

PAST CONTINUOUS

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

PAST PARTICIPLE

gawked

PAST PERFECT

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

PAST PERFECT CONTINUOUS

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

PRESENT

I gawk
you gawk
he/she/it gawks
we gawk
they gawk

PRESENT CONTINUOUS

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

PRESENT PARTICIPLE

gawking

PRESENT PERFECT

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

PRESENT PERFECT CONTINUOUS

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

PRESENT SUBJUNCTIVE

he/she/it gawk

SIMPLE PAST

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

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