Is "pantingly" a right word to use?

English as a Second Language English Vocabulary, Grammar and Idioms
#1

Hi:

My daughter wrote an article using “pantingly” as an adverb but was highlighted by “WORD” spelling check. I can find it on some dictionary (like Dictionary.com) but some not. Kind of confusing to me.

#2

Hi,
I think “in panting” Is right:
He came in panting after running up the steps.
Regards,
Morteza

#3

Hi Morteza:

Here is the original sentence, let me rewrite with your sugggestion:

““What was that?” asked Scratchy pantingly.” —> ““What was that?” asked Scratchy in panting.”

Any other suggestions?

Thanks.

#4

Hi,
Maybe yes!
pant for something phrasal verb
to want something very much:
He came in panting for a cup of tea.
Maybe your daughter should use “patiently” .
Hope this helps,
Morteza

#5

Morteza,

I think she wants to express Scratchy is asking with “hard and quick breath”. I’m not sure if “patiently” can fit in.

Markland

#6

Hi Markland, you wouldn’t use ‘in panting.’ or ‘pantingly’ in her sentence. She should say:

“What was that?” asked Scratchy, panting.
or
“What was that?” panted Scratchy.

#7

Hi Markland,
I agree with Beeesneees.

#8

BN: Thanks. I’ll tell my daughter…