How Do You Spell BLOTCH?

Pronunciation: [blˈɒt͡ʃ] (IPA)

The spelling of the word "blotch" can be deceiving for non-native English speakers. The IPA phonetic transcription for "blotch" is /blɒtʃ/, where the "o" is pronounced as in "lot" and the "ch" sound is similar to the "sh" sound but with the tongue farther back in the mouth. The silent "t" in "blotch" can cause confusion for those unfamiliar with English spelling conventions. To avoid misspellings, it's important to memorize the correct spelling and practice correct pronunciation.

BLOTCH Meaning and Definition

1. The term "blotch" refers to a discolored or irregularly shaped area or mark that appears on a surface, commonly characterized by its uneven or splotchy appearance. Typically, it is a type of stain or discoloration that stands out due to its contrasting color or texture against the surrounding area. Blotches can appear on various surfaces such as skin, fabric, paper, or any other material susceptible to discoloration.

   Blotches often result from the presence of a foreign substance or damage to the surface. For instance, in the case of skin, blotches may arise from skin conditions like acne, allergies, or rashes. Similarly, on fabric or paper, blotches can occur due to ink spillage, water damage, or exposure to corrosive substances. The size, shape, and intensity of a blotch can vary widely, ranging from small specks to large patches that cover a significant portion of the surface.

   The term "blotch" can also be used metaphorically to describe something that appears irregular, uneven, or spoiled, thus deviating from its expected or desired state. In this sense, it is often used to describe a flaw, defect, or an unpleasant aspect of someone's appearance, work, or performance. Whether literal or metaphorical, blotches are typically considered unwanted blemishes, requiring attention or remedy to restore the affected surface or improve the quality of the respective entity.

2. A pimple, pustule, or other lesion of the skin.

   A practical medical dictionary. By Stedman, Thomas Lathrop. Published 1920.

3. • A scab or eruption on the skin.

   • To blacken or spot.

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

Common Misspellings for BLOTCH

• bleech
• bartch
• blech
• blosh
• blouce
• sloutch
• bouch
• blochy
• biotch
• blach
• lutch
• bluch
• beoutch
• bentch
• cltch
• litch
• blough
• bonch
• louch
• blith
• cletch
• bloch
• lotch
• blotsh
• flytch
• Blouth
• bloucy
• Kwotch
• blonch
• blounch

Etymology of BLOTCH

The word "blotch" originates from the Middle English term "blotche" or "blotke", which traces back to the Old Norse word "bliðka" meaning "a blot, stain, or blemish". The Old Norse term was further influenced by the Old English word "blæc" or "blac", which meant "black" or "dark". Over time, the meaning of "blotch" expanded to refer to any discolored or irregular patch or spot on something, not necessarily limited to the color black.

Similar spelling words for BLOTCH

• bloodshed,
• bloodshot,
• blitz,
• blotchy,
• bleach,
• blatz,
• blotched.

Plural form of BLOTCH is BLOTCHES

Conjugate verb Blotch

CONDITIONAL

I would blotch

you would blotch

he/she/it would blotch

we would blotch

they would blotch

CONDITIONAL CONTINUOUS

I would be blotching

you would be blotching

he/she/it would be blotching

we would be blotching

they would be blotching

CONDITIONAL PERFECT

I would have blotch

you would have blotch

he/she/it would have blotch

we would have blotch

they would have blotch

CONDITIONAL PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I would have been blotching

you would have been blotching

he/she/it would have been blotching

we would have been blotching

they would have been blotching

FUTURE

I will blotch

you will blotch

he/she/it will blotch

we will blotch

they will blotch

FUTURE CONTINUOUS

I will be blotching

you will be blotching

he/she/it will be blotching

we will be blotching

they will be blotching

FUTURE PERFECT

I will have blotched

you will have blotched

he/she/it will have blotched

we will have blotched

they will have blotched

FUTURE PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I will have been blotching

you will have been blotching

he/she/it will have been blotching

we will have been blotching

they will have been blotching

IMPERATIVE

you blotch

we let´s blotch

NONFINITE VERB FORMS

to blotch

PAST

I blotched

you blotched

he/she/it blotched

we blotched

they blotched

PAST CONTINUOUS

I was blotching

you were blotching

he/she/it was blotching

we were blotching

they were blotching

PAST PARTICIPLE

blotched

PAST PERFECT

I had blotched

you had blotched

he/she/it had blotched

we had blotched

they had blotched

PAST PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I had been blotching

you had been blotching

he/she/it had been blotching

we had been blotching

they had been blotching

PRESENT

I blotch

you blotch

he/she/it blotches

we blotch

they blotch

PRESENT CONTINUOUS

I am blotching

you are blotching

he/she/it is blotching

we are blotching

they are blotching

PRESENT PARTICIPLE

blotching

PRESENT PERFECT

I have blotched

you have blotched

he/she/it has blotched

we have blotched

they have blotched

PRESENT PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I have been blotching

you have been blotching

he/she/it has been blotching

we have been blotching

they have been blotching