How Do You Spell CARACOLE?

Pronunciation: [kˈaɹɐkˌə͡ʊl] (IPA)

The word "caracole" is spelled with three syllables: "ca-ra-cole" (/ˈkærəkoʊl/). The first syllable is pronounced with the "k" sound followed by the "a" sound, similar to the word "car". The second syllable is pronounced with the "r" sound and the "a" sound. The final syllable is pronounced with the "k" sound followed by the "oh" sound and the "l" sound, similar to the word "coal". "Caracole" is a French word that means "a half-turn executed by a horse and rider".

Meaning and Definition
Common Misspellings
Etymology
Similar spelling words
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CARACOLE Meaning and Definition

  1. Caracole is a noun that refers to a tightly controlled movement executed by a horse in a circular or serpentine pattern. Derived from the Spanish word "caracol," meaning "snail," caracole describes a slow and graceful turning maneuver performed by a trained horse, often seen in classical dressage. It involves the horse moving in a somewhat circular path with the rider maintaining a high degree of control.

    The caracole typically begins with the rider collecting the horse's strides and performing a half-turn, followed by a series of smaller circles or figure-eight patterns. This intricate movement is characterized by the horse lifting and placing its forelegs with precision, while maintaining impulsion and cadence. Caracole requires the horse to be supple, obedient, and responsive to the rider's aids.

    Historically, caracole was used as a military maneuver during the Renaissance and Baroque periods when horsemen would execute a series of caracoles while advancing towards their enemy in battle. In modern times, caracole is primarily seen in the realm of classical riding and dressage exhibitions, showcasing the harmony and skill between horse and rider.

    As a verb, caracole means to execute or perform this refined and controlled horse movement. It can also be used figuratively to describe a person's or entity's cautious or calculated approach in navigating a situation.

  2. The half-turn which a horseman makes to the right or left; in arch., a winding staircase.

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

Common Misspellings for CARACOLE

Etymology of CARACOLE

The word "caracole" has its roots in the Spanish language. It is derived from the verb "caracolar", which means "to spiral" or "to turn around in circles". This verb is derived from the noun "caracol", meaning "snail", which itself comes from the Latin word "caracalla". The usage of "caracole" in English refers to a complex or spiraling movement, often used in reference to horsemanship or military tactics.

Similar spelling words for CARACOLE

Plural form of CARACOLE is CARACOLES

Conjugate verb Caracole

CONDITIONAL PERFECT

I would have caracoled
you would have caracoled
he/she/it would have caracoled
we would have caracoled
they would have caracoled
I would have caracole
you would have caracole
he/she/it would have caracole
we would have caracole
they would have caracole

CONDITIONAL PERFECT PROGRESSIVE

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

CONDITIONAL PRESENT

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

CONDITIONAL PRESENT PROGRESSIVE

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

FUTURE

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

FUTURE CONTINUOUS

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

FUTURE PERFECT

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

FUTURE PERFECT CONTINUOUS

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

IMPERATIVE

you caracole
we let´s caracole

NONFINITE VERB FORMS

to caracole

PAST CONTINUOUS

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

PAST PARTICIPLE

caracoled

PAST PERFECT

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

PAST PERFECT CONTINUOUS

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

PRESENT

I caracole
you caracole
he/she/it caracoles
we caracole
they caracole

PRESENT CONTINUOUS

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

PRESENT PARTICIPLE

caracoling

PRESENT PERFECT

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

PRESENT PERFECT CONTINUOUS

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

PRESENT SUBJUNCTIVE

he/she/it caracole

SIMPLE PAST

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

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