hitting
Elementary (A2)
IPA: /ˈhɪtɪŋ/
KK: /ˈhɪtɪŋ/
noun
Definition
A series of strikes or blows aimed at someone or something, often in a physical context.
Example
The hitting during the game was intense, with both teams showing great skill.
Conversation
Did you see the game last night?
Yes! The hitting was incredible to watch.
I know, right? That last player had some amazing skills.
Totally! It made the whole match so exciting.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
strike
blow
hit
Antonyms
miss
failure
avoid
verb
Definition
To strike someone or something with force using a part of the body or an object.
Example
He is hitting the ball with a bat.
Tense Forms
Past: hit
Past Participle: hit
Conversation
Did you see the video of the kids hitting the piñata?
Yeah, it was hilarious! They were so excited.
I love how they kept hitting it until it finally broke.
Root Explanation
Hitting → The word 'hitting' is derived from the verb 'hit', which comes from Old English 'hyttan', meaning to strike or to come into contact with. The '-ing' suffix indicates the action or process of the verb. Therefore, 'hitting' refers to the action of striking or making contact with something.
Memory Tip
Think of the Old English word 'hyttan' meaning to strike, and remember that 'hitting' describes the action of striking something.
Visually Confused Words
whittling
witting
whiting
sitting
pitting
hatting
fitting
hesitating