How Do You Spell MOUTHS?

Pronunciation: [mˈa͡ʊðz] (IPA)

The word "mouths" is an plural noun that refers to the opening in a person's face which they use for eating and speaking. In IPA phonetic transcription, "mouths" is spelled as /maʊθz/. This includes the "ow" diphthong sound, which combines the "ou" and "th" sounds, and the final "s" sound indicating plural form. Correct spelling is important to ensure clear communication and understanding between individuals, both in written and verbal communication.

MOUTHS Meaning and Definition

  1. Noun - plural of mouth

    1. (Anatomy) The oral cavity, including the lips, jaw, teeth, and tongue, which serves as the primary organ for speech, eating, and tasting.

    2. (By extension) The act or process of speaking or uttering words; verbal communication or expression.

    3. (Figuratively) A person's manner of speaking or projecting their voice, especially in terms of authority or influence.

    4. (Zoology) The opening or entrance of any kind of animal or organism that allows them to consume food, transfer materials, or engage in sensory perception.

    5. (Geography) The exit or outlet of a river, estuary, or any body of water, where it meets the ocean or sea.

    6. (Linguistics) In phonetics, the part of a speech sound or consonant that is formed by the lips coming together or moving apart.

    7. (Slang) The act of transmitting, spreading, or disclosing confidential or secret information, often involving gossip or rumors.

    8. (Slang) An insincere or exaggerated display of flattery or deceitful talk, typically to gain an advantage or manipulate others.

    Verb - third-person singular simple present indicative form of mouth

    1. (Rare) To articulate or utter something with one's mouth; to speak or pronounce.

    2. (Informal) To mimic or imitate the lip movements or expressions of another person, usually in a humorous or mocking manner.

    3. (Informal) To silently express or convey a message or idea using only one's mouth movements or gestures.

  2. • The opening in the head of an animal by which food is received, and containing the organs of mastication and of voice; the instr. of speech; any opening or channel by which a thing is received or discharged; an entrance; the part of a river or creek where its waters join those of a sea or other large body of water.
    • To utter with an affected swelling voice; to utter a word fully and roundly; to vociferate; to seize in the mouth; to attack with reproachful language.

    Etymological and pronouncing dictionary of the English language. By Stormonth, James, Phelp, P. H. Published 1874.

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Etymology of MOUTHS

The word "mouths" comes from the Old English word "mūþ" which meant "mouth", "opening", or "entrance". This Old English word can be traced back to the Proto-Germanic word "*munthaz" and ultimately to the Proto-Indo-European root word "*men-" which also meant "mouth". The word has evolved over time to its current form "mouths" in Modern English.

Idioms with the word MOUTHS

  • out of the mouths of babes and sucklings The idiom "out of the mouths of babes and sucklings" means that children, particularly very young ones, have a tendency to speak the truth or say profound things despite their age or lack of knowledge. It suggests that sometimes the wisdom or insight that comes from a child's innocent and unfiltered perspective can be surprisingly insightful or profound.
  • Out of the mouths of babes (oft times come gems). The idiom "Out of the mouths of babes oft times come gems" means that children, due to their innocence and lack of guile, can sometimes say or do things that are surprisingly wise, insightful, or profound. It suggests that wisdom or valuable insights can be unexpectedly found in the words or actions of young children.
  • Out of the mouths of babes The idiom "Out of the mouths of babes" means that sometimes young children, who are typically thought to lack wisdom or knowledge, can say things that are unexpectedly insightful, profound, or truthful.
  • take the bread out of people's mouths The idiom "take the bread out of people's mouths" means to deprive someone of their livelihood or source of income, making it difficult for them to provide for themselves or their family. It implies causing financial hardship or taking away the means of survival.

Conjugate verb Mouths

CONDITIONAL

I would mouth
we would mouth
you would mouth
he/she/it would mouth
they would mouth

FUTURE

I will mouth
we will mouth
you will mouth
he/she/it will mouth
they will mouth

FUTURE PERFECT

I will have mouthed
we will have mouthed
you will have mouthed
he/she/it will have mouthed
they will have mouthed

PAST

I mouthed
we mouthed
you mouthed
he/she/it mouthed
they mouthed

PAST PERFECT

I had mouthed
we had mouthed
you had mouthed
he/she/it had mouthed
they had mouthed

PRESENT

I mouth
we mouth
you mouth
he/she/it mouths
they mouth

PRESENT PERFECT

I have mouthed
we have mouthed
you have mouthed
he/she/it has mouthed
they have mouthed
I am mouthing
we are mouthing
you are mouthing
he/she/it is mouthing
they are mouthing
I was mouthing
we were mouthing
you were mouthing
he/she/it was mouthing
they were mouthing
I will be mouthing
we will be mouthing
you will be mouthing
he/she/it will be mouthing
they will be mouthing
I have been mouthing
we have been mouthing
you have been mouthing
he/she/it has been mouthing
they have been mouthing
I had been mouthing
we had been mouthing
you had been mouthing
he/she/it had been mouthing
they had been mouthing
I will have been mouthing
we will have been mouthing
you will have been mouthing
he/she/it will have been mouthing
they will have been mouthing
I would have mouthed
we would have mouthed
you would have mouthed
he/she/it would have mouthed
they would have mouthed
I would be mouthing
we would be mouthing
you would be mouthing
he/she/it would be mouthing
they would be mouthing
I would have been mouthing
we would have been mouthing
you would have been mouthing
he/she/it would have been mouthing
they would have been mouthing

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