How Do You Spell CHAFE?

Pronunciation: [t͡ʃˈe͡ɪf] (IPA)

The word "chafe" is spelled with the letters c h a f e. In IPA phonetic transcription, it is written as /tʃeɪf/. The initial sound is represented by the letter c, which is pronounced as the affricate /tʃ/. The following vowel is represented by the letters a and e, and it is pronounced as the diphthong /eɪ/. Finally, the word ends with the consonant sound /f/, represented by the letter f. Despite its simple spelling, the pronunciation of "chafe" can be challenging for non-native speakers.

CHAFE Meaning and Definition

1. Chafe is a verb that can have multiple meanings depending on the context in which it is used. One common definition of chafe is the act of rubbing or abrading against something, causing irritation or friction. Typically, this refers to the action of two objects or surfaces coming into contact and causing discomfort or irritation to one or both. For example, when a pair of shoes do not fit properly or are too tight, they may chafe against the skin, leading to blisters or abrasions.

   Chafe can also be used metaphorically to describe irritation or annoyance caused by a particular circumstance or a person's behavior. In this sense, it suggests a feeling of discontentment or frustration arising from a specific situation or interaction. For instance, if someone constantly interrupts others during a conversation, it may chafe the patience of those around them.

   Furthermore, chafe can refer to the act of warming or heating something, particularly by rubbing or friction. This definition is often used in the context of creating heat through friction or rubbing, such as when vigorously rubbing one's hands together to generate warmth in cold weather.

   In summary, chafe is a versatile verb with various meanings depending on the context. It can denote the act of rubbing or abrading against something, causing irritation or friction, as well as metaphorically describing irritation or annoyance arising from a circumstance or person's behavior. Additionally, chafe can refer to the act of generating heat through rubbing or friction.

2. 1. To cause irritation by rubbing or the action of irritants. 2. Irritation, excoriation.

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

3. • To warm with rubbing; to heat; to perfume.

   • Heat by friction.

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

Top Common Misspellings for CHAFE *

• chaif 100%

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Other Common Misspellings for CHAFE

• chape
• shaoe
• chaier
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• chage
• chache
• thife
• shife
• chift
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• chava
• chadee
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• chaze
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• coaffe
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• chamec
• Chamre
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• SHAEFE
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• cywfe
• Cheaze

Etymology of CHAFE

The word "chafe" has its origins in the Old English language. Its etymology can be traced back to the Old English verb "ceafian", which means "to heat, to warm" or "to irritate, to provoke". This Old English verb ultimately comes from the Proto-Germanic word "*kaipōną". The meaning of "chafe" as we know it today, which refers to the act of becoming irritated or annoyed, developed from the idea of arousing heat or friction. Over time, the word evolved and expanded its meaning to include the sense of rubbing or scraping against something, leading to its current usage.

Idioms with the word CHAFE

• chafe at sth The idiom "chafe at sth" means to feel irritated, frustrated, or impatient by something, and to be unable to tolerate or accept it easily.
• chafe at the bit The idiom "chafe at the bit" refers to a feeling of impatience, frustration, or restlessness, often due to the desire to act or be free but feeling restricted or held back. It is derived from the behavior of horses that become agitated and restless while waiting to be released or allowed to run, causing the bit in their mouth to cause discomfort.
• chafe at (something) The idiom "chafe at (something)" means to feel impatient, irritated, or annoyed towards a situation, constraint, or restriction. It implies a sense of discomfort or friction caused by being limited or constrained in some way.
• champ (or chafe) at the bit The idiom "champ (or chafe) at the bit" means to be restless or impatient, especially when eager to get started on something or when waiting for an opportunity to act. It is often used to describe someone who is eager to begin an activity or achieve a desired goal. The origins of the phrase come from the world of horse riding, where a horse that is eager to run forward may chew on the bit in its mouth (champing at the bit), or become agitated and uncomfortable due to the restriction of the bit (chafing at the bit).

Similar spelling words for CHAFE

• chaff,
• shave,
• chaffy,
• chief,
• chive,
• chase,
• Chapa,
• chew up,
• chieffo,
• chuff,
• cafe,
• chevy,
• chapeau,
• chufa,
• Chaffee,
• chef,
• chevvy,
• cheap,
• cheep.

Plural form of CHAFE is CHAFES

Conjugate verb Chafe

CONDITIONAL PERFECT

I would have chafed

you would have chafed

he/she/it would have chafed

we would have chafed

they would have chafed

I would have chafe

you would have chafe

he/she/it would have chafe

we would have chafe

they would have chafe

CONDITIONAL PERFECT PROGRESSIVE

I would have been chafing

you would have been chafing

he/she/it would have been chafing

we would have been chafing

they would have been chafing

CONDITIONAL PRESENT

I would chafe

you would chafe

he/she/it would chafe

we would chafe

they would chafe

CONDITIONAL PRESENT PROGRESSIVE

I would be chafing

you would be chafing

he/she/it would be chafing

we would be chafing

they would be chafing

FUTURE

I will chafe

you will chafe

he/she/it will chafe

we will chafe

they will chafe

FUTURE CONTINUOUS

I will be chafing

you will be chafing

he/she/it will be chafing

we will be chafing

they will be chafing

FUTURE PERFECT

I will have chafed

you will have chafed

he/she/it will have chafed

we will have chafed

they will have chafed

FUTURE PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I will have been chafing

you will have been chafing

he/she/it will have been chafing

we will have been chafing

they will have been chafing

IMPERATIVE

you chafe

we let´s chafe

NONFINITE VERB FORMS

to chafe

PAST CONTINUOUS

I was chafing

you were chafing

he/she/it was chafing

we were chafing

they were chafing

PAST PARTICIPLE

chafed

PAST PERFECT

I had chafed

you had chafed

he/she/it had chafed

we had chafed

they had chafed

PAST PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I had been chafing

you had been chafing

he/she/it had been chafing

we had been chafing

they had been chafing

PRESENT

I chafe

you chafe

he/she/it chafes

we chafe

they chafe

PRESENT CONTINUOUS

I am chafing

you are chafing

he/she/it is chafing

we are chafing

they are chafing

PRESENT PARTICIPLE

chafing

PRESENT PERFECT

I have chafed

you have chafed

he/she/it has chafed

we have chafed

they have chafed

PRESENT PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I have been chafing

you have been chafing

he/she/it has been chafing

we have been chafing

they have been chafing

PRESENT SUBJUNCTIVE

he/she/it chafe

SIMPLE PAST

I chafed

you chafed

he/she/it chafed

we chafed

they chafed