Stahp

Pronunciation: /stɑp/

Definitions of stahp

noun A slang term for 'stop', often used humorously or to emphasize a point

Example Sentences

A1 I saw a stahp sign at the intersection.

A2 The stahp button on the elevator was broken.

B1 The stahp of the train was sudden, causing everyone to lurch forward.

B2 The stahp of the music festival was met with disappointment from the attendees.

C1 The stahp of production in the factory led to a decrease in profits for the company.

C2 The stahp of the project was necessary due to unforeseen circumstances.

Examples of stahp in a Sentence

formal Please refrain from using that tone in this professional setting. Stahp.

informal Hey, can you stahp making so much noise? It's really annoying.

slang Stahp being so dramatic, it's not that big of a deal.

figurative Sometimes you just need to stahp and smell the roses, you know?

Grammatical Forms of stahp

• past tense: stopped
• plural: stahps
• comparative: more stahp
• superlative: most stahp
• present tense: stahp
• future tense: will stahp
• perfect tense: have stahped
• continuous tense: is stahping
• singular: stahp
• positive degree: stahp
• infinitive: to stahp
• gerund: stahping
• participle: stahped

Origin and Evolution of stahp

First Known Use: 2009 year

Language of Origin: English

Story behind the word: The word 'stahp' originated as an intentional misspelling of the word 'stop' for humorous effect.

Evolution of the word: Originally used in internet memes and social media as a playful way to exaggerate the command to stop, 'stahp' has since become a popular slang term used to convey a sense of urgency or annoyance in a humorous manner.