Speakur

Word Pronunciation & Dictionary

in knots

Word Rarity Rare

Frequency: Zipf frequency 3.63 in modern English

Syllables
in- -knots
IPA
11
Scrabble Score
7
Letters
3
Syllables
6
Unique Chars

Meaning

prep_phrase

In a state of disagreement or confusion; at a standstill; in a deadlock.

Example Sentences

Etymology

Compare knot (“difficult situation”).

Phrases

tied in knots tie in knots tie oneself in knots

Frequently Paired Words

tied in knots tie in knots tie oneself in knots

Questions

What does in knots mean?
In a state of disagreement or confusion; at a standstill; in a deadlock.
Where does in knots come from?
Compare knot (“difficult situation”).

How to pronounce in knots

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