Fizzes

/ˈfɪzɪz/ verb

Definition

Third person singular present tense of fizz; makes hissing bubbling sounds or produces bubbles.

Etymology

From 'fizz' with the third-person singular '-es' ending. The 's' becomes 'z' in pronunciation due to English voicing rules before the final '-es'.

Kelly Says

The word 'fizzes' actually sounds like what it describes—the 'z' sound mimics the hissing, making it a perfect example of sound symbolism in language!

Related Words

Explore More Words

Get the Word Orb API

Complete word intelligence in one call. Free tier — 50 lookups/day.