How Do You Spell HIBERNATE?

Pronunciation: [hˈa͡ɪbənˌe͡ɪt] (IPA)

The word "hibernate" is spelled with five letters: h-i-b-e-r-n-a-t-e. In phonetic transcription, it is represented as /ˈhaɪ.bɚ.neɪt/. The first syllable is stressed, and the "h" in "hibernate" is pronounced. The two vowels in the second syllable are pronounced separately, with the "e" sounding like the "a" in "mate." The "r" is pronounced between the second and third syllables. The final syllable is pronounced like "nate." The spelling of "hibernate" accurately reflects its pronunciation.

HIBERNATE Meaning and Definition

  1. Hibernate is a verb that refers to the act of undergoing a state of dormancy or inactivity for an extended period of time, especially during winter months. It can describe the behavior of certain animals, such as bears, snakes, or frogs, who enter a deep sleep-like state to conserve energy and survive harsh conditions. During hibernation, their metabolic rate, body temperature, and breathing slow down significantly.

    In a broader sense, hibernate can also be used to describe the human activity of spending an extended period of time in a state of reduced activity, rest, or retreat. This can be seen in the context of taking a break or vacation to relax and recharge one's energy, or even temporarily withdrawing from social interactions. It implies a deliberate choice to slow down and conserve physical or mental energy.

    In the realm of technology and computing, hibernate takes on a distinct meaning. It refers to a power-saving mode where a computer system turns off some or all of its functions and enters a sleep-like state. Hibernation allows the computer to save the current session and shut down completely, consuming minimal power while preserving the current state of the system. When the computer is turned on again, it can restore the system to the exact same state it was in before hibernation.

    Overall, the term hibernate describes the act of entering a state of dormancy, inactivity, or reduced functionality, whether it is exhibited by animals, humans, or computer systems.

  2. To pass the winter in a state of seclusion or sleep, as certain wild animals do.

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

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Etymology of HIBERNATE

The word "hibernate" originated from the Latin word "hibernare", which was derived from "hibernus", meaning "wintry" or "of winter". "Hibernare" referred to the act of spending the winter in a dormant or torpid state. This Latin term was later adopted into English, and now "hibernate" is commonly used to describe the process of animals entering a period of inactivity or dormancy, typically during the winter months.

Similar spelling words for HIBERNATE

Conjugate verb Hibernate

CONDITIONAL PERFECT

I would have hibernated
you would have hibernated
he/she/it would have hibernated
we would have hibernated
they would have hibernated
I would have hibernate
you would have hibernate
he/she/it would have hibernate
we would have hibernate
they would have hibernate

CONDITIONAL PERFECT PROGRESSIVE

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

CONDITIONAL PRESENT

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

CONDITIONAL PRESENT PROGRESSIVE

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

FUTURE

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

FUTURE CONTINUOUS

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

FUTURE PERFECT

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

FUTURE PERFECT CONTINUOUS

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

IMPERATIVE

you hibernate
we let´s hibernate

NONFINITE VERB FORMS

to hibernate

PAST CONTINUOUS

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

PAST PARTICIPLE

hibernated

PAST PERFECT

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

PAST PERFECT CONTINUOUS

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

PRESENT

I hibernate
you hibernate
he/she/it hibernates
we hibernate
they hibernate

PRESENT CONTINUOUS

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

PRESENT PARTICIPLE

hibernating

PRESENT PERFECT

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

PRESENT PERFECT CONTINUOUS

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

PRESENT SUBJUNCTIVE

he/she/it hibernate

SIMPLE PAST

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

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