How Do You Spell BEDEW?

Pronunciation: [bɪdjˈuː] (IPA)

The verb "bedew" means to cover with drops of moisture or dew. Its pronunciation is /bɪˈdjuː/, with the stress on the second syllable. The spelling can be tricky because of the silent "e" at the end, which indicates that the vowel in the previous syllable is pronounced as a long vowel. In this case, the vowel "u" in the second syllable is pronounced as a long "oo" sound. Knowing the IPA phonetic transcription can help avoid common spelling errors when writing words like "bedew".

BEDEW Meaning and Definition

  1. The term "bedew" is a transitive verb that refers to the act of moistening or covering something with dewdrops or tiny drops of moisture. It is often used figuratively to describe an action that involves sprinkling or dampening something, typically in a delicate or gentle manner.

    When describing natural phenomena, "bedew" signifies the process of saturating an object or surface with dew, which is formed during the nighttime when water vapor condenses on cool surfaces. In this context, "bedew" is commonly associated with plants or flowers in the early morning, when their leaves and petals become adorned with shimmering droplets.

    Metaphorically, "bedew" can describe the act of shedding tears or crying, connoting the idea of tears gently wetting the face. It suggests a state of emotional vulnerability or sentimentality, with tears symbolizing the expression of deep emotions or sorrow.

    Furthermore, "bedew" can be employed in a more abstract sense, referring to the process of lightly and evenly moistening something. This can be applied to actions like sprinkling water on a person's face or lightly spraying a surface with liquid to give it a refreshed or vibrant appearance.

    Overall, "bedew" encapsulates the idea of covering or moistening something with delicate drops of moisture, whether literally or metaphorically, to evoke a sense of softness, freshness, or emotional resonance.

  2. To wet, as with dew; to moisten gently.

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

Common Misspellings for BEDEW

  • vedew
  • nedew
  • hedew
  • gedew
  • bwdew
  • bsdew
  • bddew
  • brdew
  • b3dew
  • besew
  • bexew
  • becew
  • befew
  • berew
  • beeew
  • bedww
  • bedsw
  • beddw

Etymology of BEDEW

The word "bedew" originated from the Middle English term "bedewen", which was formed by combining the prefix "be-" (indicating thoroughly or all over) with the Old English word "deaw" (meaning dew). The Old English "deaw" can be traced back to the Proto-Germanic language where it was derived from the Proto-Indo-European root *dheu- (to flow). Over time, "bedew" has remained relatively unchanged in terms of its meaning and pronunciation.

Similar spelling words for BEDEW

Conjugate verb Bedew

CONDITIONAL PERFECT

I would have bedewed
you would have bedewed
he/she/it would have bedewed
we would have bedewed
they would have bedewed
I would have bedew
you would have bedew
he/she/it would have bedew
we would have bedew
they would have bedew

CONDITIONAL PERFECT PROGRESSIVE

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

CONDITIONAL PRESENT

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

CONDITIONAL PRESENT PROGRESSIVE

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

FUTURE

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

FUTURE CONTINUOUS

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

FUTURE PERFECT

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

FUTURE PERFECT CONTINUOUS

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

IMPERATIVE

you bedew
we let´s bedew

NONFINITE VERB FORMS

to bedew

PAST CONTINUOUS

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

PAST PARTICIPLE

bedewed

PAST PERFECT

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

PAST PERFECT CONTINUOUS

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

PRESENT

I bedew
you bedew
he/she/it bedews
we bedew
they bedew

PRESENT CONTINUOUS

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

PRESENT PARTICIPLE

bedewing

PRESENT PERFECT

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

PRESENT PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I have been bedewing
you have been bedewing
he/she/it has been bedewing
we have been bedewing
they have been bedewing

PRESENT SUBJUNCTIVE

he/she/it bedew

SIMPLE PAST

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

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