How Do You Spell UNSHACKLE?

Pronunciation: [ʌnʃˈakə͡l] (IPA)

The spelling of the word "unshackle" is fairly straightforward once the phonetic transcription is understood. The IPA transcription of "unshackle" is ʌnˈʃækəl, which breaks down into the following sounds: "ʌ" for the "uh" sound, "n" for the "n" sound, "ʃ" for the "sh" sound, "æk" for the "ak" sound, and "əl" for the "uh-l" sound. Overall, the word is spelled as it sounds, with no unusual or unexpected spellings. Its meaning, of course, is to release from restraints or shackles.

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UNSHACKLE Meaning and Definition

  1. Unshackle, as a verb, refers to the act of freeing or releasing someone or something from a physical or metaphorical constraint, restriction, or bondage. The term connotes the idea of removing chains or shackles, symbolizing liberation or emancipation from a state of captivity or oppression.

    In the literal sense, unshackling can refer to setting free a person or an animal that is physically bound or confined, allowing them to move or act without hindrance. This could apply to situations where individuals are held captive against their will, or it could involve freeing an animal from a trap or a leash. In this sense, unshackling represents a physical act of freedom.

    Metaphorically, unshackling can refer to breaking free from constraints or restrictions that impede one's actions, choices, or potential. It implies overcoming barriers or limitations that hold an individual back, enabling them to pursue their goals or ambitions without any hindrance. It can also signify the release of oneself from mental or emotional burdens that prevent personal growth or fulfillment.

    Overall, unshackle encompasses the idea of emancipation, liberation, and liberation from physical or metaphorical bonds. It carries a sense of freedom and empowerment, as it allows for the removal of restraints that inhibit one's progress, choices, or self-expression.

  2. To unfetter; to set free.

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

Common Misspellings for UNSHACKLE

Etymology of UNSHACKLE

The word unshackle came into Middle English as a combination of the prefix un- and the noun shackle. The noun shackle can be traced back to the Old English word sceacel which meant a link or band used to bind or fasten something. This word is believed to have derived from the Old Norse skokull meaning a ring bolt or ring on a chain. Ultimately, the Old Norse term may have developed from the Proto-Germanic word *skankula, related to the Old Saxon skakul and Old High German skancl. Over time, un- was added to shackle to create the word unshackle, meaning to release or free from restraints or constraints.

Similar spelling words for UNSHACKLE

Conjugate verb Unshackle

CONDITIONAL PERFECT

I would have unshackled
you would have unshackled
he/she/it would have unshackled
we would have unshackled
they would have unshackled
I would have unshackle
you would have unshackle
he/she/it would have unshackle
we would have unshackle
they would have unshackle

CONDITIONAL PERFECT PROGRESSIVE

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

CONDITIONAL PRESENT

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

CONDITIONAL PRESENT PROGRESSIVE

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

FUTURE

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

FUTURE CONTINUOUS

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

FUTURE PERFECT

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

FUTURE PERFECT CONTINUOUS

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

IMPERATIVE

you unshackle
we let´s unshackle

NONFINITE VERB FORMS

to unshackle

PAST CONTINUOUS

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

PAST PARTICIPLE

unshackled

PAST PERFECT

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

PAST PERFECT CONTINUOUS

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

PRESENT

I unshackle
you unshackle
he/she/it unshackles
we unshackle
they unshackle

PRESENT CONTINUOUS

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

PRESENT PARTICIPLE

unshackling

PRESENT PERFECT

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

PRESENT PERFECT CONTINUOUS

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

PRESENT SUBJUNCTIVE

he/she/it unshackle

SIMPLE PAST

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

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