How Do You Spell REDECORATE?

Pronunciation: [ɹˌiːdˈɛkəɹˌe͡ɪt] (IPA)

The word "redecorate" is spelled with the prefix "re-" meaning "again" or "back" and the word "decorate" meaning "to adorn or beautify". It is commonly pronounced as /riːˈdɛkəreɪt/ in IPA phonetic transcription with stress on the syllable "dek". The first syllable "re-" is pronounced with a long "e" sound followed by a stress on the second syllable "dek" which is pronounced with a short "e" sound. The final syllable "-ate" is pronounced with a long "a" sound.

REDECORATE Meaning and Definition

  1. The term "redecorate" is primarily a verb that refers to the act of altering or changing the aesthetic appearance or style of a room, building, or any space by adding new decorative elements, applying a new color scheme, rearranging furniture, or making other modifications to enhance its visual appeal. When someone chooses to redecorate a space, they typically do so with the intention of giving it a fresh new look or creating a different ambiance.

    In the context of interior design, redecorating involves making superficial changes to a space rather than making major structural alterations. It may involve selecting new curtains, carpets, paint colors, wallpapers, furniture, artwork, or decorative objects to transform the overall atmosphere. By reimagining the design elements, redecorating allows individuals to impart their personal style and preferences into their living or working spaces.

    People often decide to redecorate for various reasons, such as wanting to update their home's outdated appearance, adapt to evolving trends, improve functionality, accommodate a change in personal taste, or simply create a more visually pleasing environment. Unlike a complete renovation, which involves substantial modifications, redecorating can be a less expensive and time-consuming way to breathe new life into spaces. Whether it's a complete overhaul or just a few minor adjustments, redecorating provides an opportunity for individuals to express their creativity and transform their surroundings to better align with their desired atmosphere or aesthetic vision.

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Etymology of REDECORATE

The word "redecorate" is derived from the combination of two separate words: "re-" and "decorate".

The prefix "re-" is a Latin word meaning "again" or "back". It indicates repetition or restoration of an action.

The main part of the word, "decorate", is derived from the Latin word "decorare", which means "to adorn or beautify".

When combined, "re-" and "decorate" form the word "redecorate" which refers to the act of decorating again or giving a new, fresh appearance to something.

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Conjugate verb Redecorate

CONDITIONAL PERFECT

I would have redecorated
you would have redecorated
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we would have redecorated
they would have redecorated
I would have redecorate
you would have redecorate
he/she/it would have redecorate
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they would have redecorate

CONDITIONAL PERFECT PROGRESSIVE

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

CONDITIONAL PRESENT

I would redecorate
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he/she/it would redecorate
we would redecorate
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CONDITIONAL PRESENT PROGRESSIVE

I would be redecorating
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he/she/it would be redecorating
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FUTURE

I will redecorate
you will redecorate
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we will redecorate
they will redecorate

FUTURE CONTINUOUS

I will be redecorating
you will be redecorating
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we will be redecorating
they will be redecorating

FUTURE PERFECT

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

FUTURE PERFECT CONTINUOUS

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

IMPERATIVE

I
he/she/it
they
you redecorate
we let´s redecorate

NONFINITE VERB FORMS

to redecorate

PAST CONTINUOUS

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

PAST PARTICIPLE

redecorated

PAST PERFECT CONTINUOUS

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

PAST PERFECT SUBJUNCTIVE

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

PRESENT

I redecorate
you redecorate
he/she/it redecorates
we redecorate
they redecorate

PRESENT CONTINUOUS

I am redecorating
you are redecorating
he/she/it is redecorating
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PRESENT PARTICIPLE

redecorating

PRESENT PERFECT

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

PRESENT PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I have been redecorating
you have been redecorating
he/she/it has been redecorating
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they have been redecorating

PRESENT SUBJUNCTIVE

he/she/it redecorate

SIMPLE PAST

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

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