Jiffy

Pronunciation: /ˈdʒɪfi/

Definitions of jiffy

noun a very short period of time; moment

Example Sentences

A1 I will be back in a jiffy.

A2 She fixed the problem in a jiffy.

B1 He promised to finish the task in a jiffy.

B2 The mechanic changed the tire in a jiffy.

C1 The chef whipped up a delicious meal in a jiffy.

C2 The expert resolved the issue in a jiffy.

Examples of jiffy in a Sentence

formal I will have this report completed in a jiffy.

informal I can fix that issue in a jiffy, no problem.

slang Just hold on a jiffy, I'll be right back.

figurative She arrived at the party in a jiffy, looking stunning as always.

Grammatical Forms of jiffy

• past tense: jiffied
• plural: jiffies
• comparative: jiffier
• superlative: jiffiest
• present tense: jiffies
• future tense: will jiffy
• perfect tense: have jiffied
• continuous tense: is jiffying
• singular: jiffy
• positive degree: jiffy
• infinitive: to jiffy
• gerund: jiffying
• participle: jiffying

Origin and Evolution of jiffy

First Known Use: 1785 year

Language of Origin: English

Story behind the word: The word 'jiffy' originated in the 18th century in English-speaking countries.

Evolution of the word: Originally, 'jiffy' referred to a short period of time or a moment. Over time, it came to be used colloquially to mean a very short amount of time or a brief moment.