What Is The Past Tense Of Wind?
The past tense of “wind” is “wound” or “winded”. We use “winded” when it means to cause someone to have difficulty breathing or notice the presence of something by its scent. Wound is usually used when it refers to “to twist” something.
The past participle of wind is also wound. Check out this table for more details.
| Base/Infinitive Form (V1) | wind |
| Present Form/3rd Person/Singular Form | winds |
| Past Form (V2) | wound/winded |
| Past Participle Form (V3) | wound |
| Present Participle/Gerund | winding |
How To Pronounce Wind And Wound Correctly?
Depending on the definition, wind can be pronounced in two ways: /wɪnd/ or /waɪnd/.
- Pronounce as /wɪnd/ when it means to make somebody breathless or to pat somebody for burping.
- Pronounce as /waɪnd/ when it means to have many twists or to twist something.
You can check out the table below and practice pronouncing:
| Verb Forms | Pronunciation | |
| British English language | American English language | |
| wind | /wɪnd/
/waɪnd/ |
/wɪnd/
/waɪnd/ |
| wound/
winded (V2) |
/waʊnd/
/’wɪndɪd/ |
/waʊnd/
/’wɪndɪd/ |
| wound
(V3) |
/waʊnd/ | /waʊnd/ |
| winding | /’wɪndɪŋ/
/’waɪndɪŋ/ |
/ˈ’wɪndɪŋ/
/’waɪndɪŋ/ |
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What Are The Definitions Of The Verb “Wind”? How To Use Wound And Winded?
As the past tense of “wind,” winded and wound are used to describe an action or an event that has already happened in the past. Below are some examples of how to use them in different contexts:
We use “wound” as the past tense of wind with the below meanings:
- To pat/gently hit/rub a baby’s back to make it burp. (Click here to see the past tense of hit)
Example 1: She gently wound her hand in circles on the baby’s back until it burped.
Example 2: The father carefully wound over the baby’s breasts, helping it release trapped gas in the stomach.
- To have many bends and twists.
Example 1: The narrow path wound through the forest, taking us on a winding journey.
Example 2: The river wound through the valley, creating a picturesque scene with twists and turns.
- To twist or wrap something around something several times. (It’s synonymous with wrap, twine, wrap up, envelope, and surround).
Example 1: He wound the rope tightly around the pole, securing it in place.
Example 2: She wound the wire around the frame, creating a strong structure for the artwork.
We use “winded” with the meaning “to make it hard for someone to breathe for a short time.”
Example 1: A tight bandage winded around his chest. He tried to breathe but gave up in vain.
Example 2: Johana couldn’t breathe because a snake winded her neck. Luckily, she was also rescued with everyone’s help.
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Is “Wind” Can Be Used As A Noun?
Yes, the word “wind” can be used as an English noun. Below are its meanings:
- Wind refers to the natural movement of air, such as a gentle breeze or a strong gust.
Example: The stellar wind blew through the trees, creating a soothing rustling sound.
- Wind refers to the act of turning, wrapping, or twisting something around something.
Example: She gave the kite string a strong wind around the spool, preparing it for a high-flying adventure in the sky.
What Does “Wind Somebody Around Your Little Finger” Mean?
The idiom “wind somebody around your little finger” means to persuade or influence someone to do anything for you. Here are two examples:
- Sarah has such a charming personality that she can easily wind people around her little finger.
- With his persuasive tactics, the salesman wound the hesitant customers around his little finger, convincing them to make a purchase.
Can We Use “Winded” As An Adjective?
Yes, “winded” can be used as an adjective. It describes a temporary state of being out of breath or exhausted due to physical exertion.
- Example 1: After running the marathon, he was completely winded and had to catch his breath before speaking.
- Example 2: The hiker reached the mountain peak, feeling winded from the steep ascent and thin air at high altitude.
What Do “Wind Down” And “Wind Up” Mean?
Wind down is a phrasal verb that has 2 main meanings:
- To gradually relax after an activity, towards the end of the day, or a period of time.
Example: The yoga class helps me to wind down and release the stress from the day.
- To go slowly and then stop. (See past tense of stop here)
Example: As the sun set, the bustling city gradually wound down, becoming quieter and calmer.
Wind up is also a phrasal verb with 2 meanings:
- To be in a place or situation.
Example: After years of traveling, she never expected to wind up in a small coastal town.
- To end a meeting or a speech.
Example: The chairman thanked everyone for their contributions and then wound up the meeting.
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