How Do You Spell SMOOR?

Pronunciation: [smˈɔː] (IPA)

The word "Smoor" is pronounced with a soft "s" sound followed by the diphthong "oo" and ending with a rhotic sound represented by the letter "r." In IPA phonetic transcription, it is written as /smɔːr/. This word may refer to a Dutch dish of stewed meat and vegetables, or it can also mean to suffocate, smother, or suppress something. Despite its uncommon usage, it is important to spell "Smoor" correctly to avoid confusion and miscommunication.

SMOOR Meaning and Definition

1. Smoor is a verb that originated from the Dutch language, chiefly used in the Flemish dialect of Belgian Dutch. It is commonly defined as the act of slow-cooking or simmering food, often in a covered pot or casserole, with the intention of gently braising or stewing it until it becomes tender and flavorful. This cooking method involves using low heat and a small amount of liquid, such as broth or wine, as well as adding various herbs, spices, and seasonings to enhance the taste and aromatic qualities of the dish.

   The term "smoor" can also refer to a particular type of dish that is prepared using this cooking technique. Often, "smoor" dishes feature meat, such as beef, pork, or poultry, which is typically browned beforehand and then left to slowly cook in a savory liquid, along with vegetables and other ingredients. However, "smoor" can also be employed in relation to vegetarian or vegan dishes that involve simmering vegetables, legumes, or grains.

   In addition to the culinary process, "smoor" is occasionally used in a figurative sense, outside the realm of cooking. In such cases, it can express the idea of lingering or smoldering emotions or sensations, suggesting a slow and gradual intensity building up over time.

   Overall, "smoor" is a versatile verb that denotes a cooking method, a specific dish, and can be metaphorically applied to evoke various sensory experiences.

Common Misspellings for SMOOR

• smore
• smour
• zmoor
• dmoor
• wmoor
• skoor
• sjoor
• smior
• smkor
• smlor
• smpor
• sm0or
• sm9or
• smoir
• smopr
• smo0r
• smo9r
• smoof
• smoo5
• smoo4

Etymology of SMOOR

The word "smoor" is derived from the Middle English term "smoren" meaning "to suffocate, smother". It can be traced back further to the Old English word "smyrgan" meaning "to choke, suffocate, or smother". This Old English term ultimately comes from the Proto-Germanic word "smurganą", meaning "to suffocate or strangle". The etymology of "smoor" shows a consistent semantic development related to the act of suffocation or smothering.

Conjugate verb Smoor

CONDITIONAL

I would smoor

you would smoor

he/she/it would smoor

we would smoor

they would smoor

CONDITIONAL CONTINUOUS

I would be smooring

you would be smooring

he/she/it would be smooring

we would be smooring

they would be smooring

CONDITIONAL PERFECT

I would have smoor

you would have smoor

he/she/it would have smoor

we would have smoor

they would have smoor

CONDITIONAL PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I would have been smooring

you would have been smooring

he/she/it would have been smooring

we would have been smooring

they would have been smooring

FUTURE

I will smoor

you will smoor

he/she/it will smoor

we will smoor

they will smoor

FUTURE CONTINUOUS

I will be smooring

you will be smooring

he/she/it will be smooring

we will be smooring

they will be smooring

FUTURE PERFECT

I will have smoored

you will have smoored

he/she/it will have smoored

we will have smoored

they will have smoored

FUTURE PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I will have been smooring

you will have been smooring

he/she/it will have been smooring

we will have been smooring

they will have been smooring

IMPERATIVE

you smoor

we let´s smoor

NONFINITE VERB FORMS

to smoor

PAST

I smoored

you smoored

he/she/it smoored

we smoored

they smoored

PAST CONTINUOUS

I was smooring

you were smooring

he/she/it was smooring

we were smooring

they were smooring

PAST PARTICIPLE

smoored

PAST PERFECT

I had smoored

you had smoored

he/she/it had smoored

we had smoored

they had smoored

PAST PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I had been smooring

you had been smooring

he/she/it had been smooring

we had been smooring

they had been smooring

PRESENT

I smoor

you smoor

he/she/it smoors

we smoor

they smoor

PRESENT CONTINUOUS

I am smooring

you are smooring

he/she/it is smooring

we are smooring

they are smooring

PRESENT PARTICIPLE

smooring

PRESENT PERFECT

I have smoored

you have smoored

he/she/it has smoored

we have smoored

they have smoored

PRESENT PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I have been smooring

you have been smooring

he/she/it has been smooring

we have been smooring

they have been smooring