How Do You Spell RASE?

Pronunciation: [ɹˈe͡ɪz] (IPA)

The word "rase" can be confusing for English speakers due to its irregular spelling. In IPA phonetic transcription, its pronunciation is /reɪz/. The spellings "raise" and "raze" are more common, but "rase" exists as a verb meaning to scrape or erase. Its origin comes from the French word "raser", which also means to scrape. Remember that in this case, the "s" makes a "z" sound, and the "e" at the end is silent.

RASE Meaning and Definition

  1. Rase is a verb with multiple meanings and uses. One common meaning of rase is to erase or obliterate something completely. It refers to completely removing or wiping out a trace, mark, or object, often through force or destruction. This can be applied to physical, metaphorical, or symbolic entities. For instance, one might rase a building by demolishing it completely, leaving no remains. Similarly, a person can rase a memory or past event from their mind, eliminating it entirely from their consciousness.

    Additionally, rase can also mean to level or smooth a surface, typically by scraping or shaving off its irregularities. This usage often pertains to smoothing or preparing surfaces before construction or renovation work. For example, one might need to rase the ground before pouring a concrete foundation or rase a wooden plank to ensure a flat surface.

    Furthermore, rase can be found in literary or archaic contexts, where it refers to forcefully striking or knocking something down. This usage is often associated with military or battle terminology, describing actions taken to knock down walls, fortifications, or enemy positions.

    In summary, rase is a versatile verb that encompasses various meanings such as erasing or obliterating, leveling or smoothing surfaces, and forcefully knocking or striking down objects. Its usage can vary depending on the context, but it generally signifies a complete removal or destruction of something.

  2. To scratch or rub out; to obliterate; to level with the ground.

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

Common Misspellings for RASE

  • 5ase
  • rzse
  • rsse
  • rwse
  • rqse
  • rasr
  • ras4
  • ras3
  • rdase
  • rfase
  • rtase
  • 5rase
  • r5ase
  • r4ase
  • rzase
  • razse
  • rsase
  • rwase
  • rawse
  • rqase
  • raqse
  • rasae
  • rasze
  • raxse
  • rasxe
  • radse
  • rasde
  • raese
  • rasee
  • raswe
  • rasew
  • ras4e
  • rase4
  • ras3e
  • rase3
  • rsae
  • 2ase
  • zase
  • rcse
  • ra3e
  • raqe
  • rasu
  • r ase
  • ra se
  • ras e

Etymology of RASE

The word "rase" has two different etymologies depending on its meaning.

1) As a verb meaning "to demolish or level a structure", "rase" derives from the Old French word "raser", which means "to scrape, shave, or stroke". It entered English in the 14th century, initially referring to the act of tearing down fortifications during military campaigns. Over time, it expanded its meaning to encompass the destruction or leveling of any building or structure.

2) As a verb meaning "to remove hair from a person's body", particularly related to shaving, "rase" comes from the Middle English word "rasen", which shares its origin with the Old French "raser". It ultimately traces back to the Latin word "radere", meaning "to scrape" or "to shave".

Similar spelling words for RASE

Conjugate verb Rase

CONDITIONAL

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

CONDITIONAL CONTINUOUS

I would be rasing
you would be rasing
he/she/it would be rasing
we would be rasing
they would be rasing

CONDITIONAL PERFECT

I would have rase
you would have rase
he/she/it would have rase
we would have rase
they would have rase

CONDITIONAL PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I would have been rasing
you would have been rasing
he/she/it would have been rasing
we would have been rasing
they would have been rasing

FUTURE

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

FUTURE CONTINUOUS

I will be rasing
you will be rasing
he/she/it will be rasing
we will be rasing
they will be rasing

FUTURE PERFECT

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

FUTURE PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I will have been rasing
you will have been rasing
he/she/it will have been rasing
we will have been rasing
they will have been rasing

IMPERATIVE

you rase
we let´s rase

NONFINITE VERB FORMS

to rase

PAST

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

PAST CONTINUOUS

I was rasing
you were rasing
he/she/it was rasing
we were rasing
they were rasing

PAST PARTICIPLE

rased

PAST PERFECT

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

PAST PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I had been rasing
you had been rasing
he/she/it had been rasing
we had been rasing
they had been rasing

PRESENT

I rase
you rase
he/she/it rases
we rase
they rase

PRESENT CONTINUOUS

I am rasing
you are rasing
he/she/it is rasing
we are rasing
they are rasing

PRESENT PARTICIPLE

rasing

PRESENT PERFECT

I have rased
you have rased
he/she/it has rased
we have rased
they have rased

PRESENT PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I have been rasing
you have been rasing
he/she/it has been rasing
we have been rasing
they have been rasing
I would have rased
we would have rased
you would have rased
he/she/it would have rased
they would have rased

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