How Do You Spell CHERISH?

Pronunciation: [t͡ʃˈɛɹɪʃ] (IPA)

The word "cherish" is pronounced as /ˈtʃɛrɪʃ/ in IPA phonetic transcription. This word has a unique spelling that reflects its pronunciation, with the "ch" sound being represented by the two letters "ch", and the "e" sound being represented by the letter "e". The "i" sound in "cherish" is represented by the letter "i", while the "sh" sound is represented by the letters "sh". This word means to hold dear or to value something deeply, and its spelling and pronunciation are an important part of the English language.

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CHERISH Meaning and Definition

  1. Cherish is a verb that is commonly used to describe a deep feeling of affection, love, and appreciation towards someone or something. The term is often associated with carefully and lovingly holding or valuing someone or something as precious and significant. When one cherishes something, they hold it dear and make a conscious effort to protect, care for, and nurture it.

    To cherish someone or something means to hold them close to one's heart and to prioritize their happiness and well-being. It involves demonstrating love, fondness, and admiration through actions, words, and gestures. Cherishing can involve keeping memories alive, acknowledging and celebrating the value, importance, and uniqueness of someone or something, and investing time and energy to maintain and deepen the bond or connection.

    Individuals often cherish their loved ones, such as family members, partners, and friends. This includes understanding, respecting, and supporting them, as well as being grateful for their presence and contributions in one's life. Cherishing can also extend to inanimate objects, such as cherished possessions or treasured keepsakes that hold sentimental value, reminding the person of certain memories, experiences, or people.

    Overall, cherishing encompasses nurturing, safeguarding, and appreciating the significance and worth of someone or something, fostering feelings of love, warmth, and fulfillment.

  2. To treat with tenderness and affection; to foster; to protect and aid; to harbour in the mind, as feelings of ill-will.

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

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Etymology of CHERISH

The word "cherish" originates from the Old French word "cheriss-", which comes from the verb "cherir" meaning "to cherish, hold dear, or love". This Old French word is derived from the Latin word "carus" which translates to "dear" or "beloved". The word "cherish" entered the English language around the 14th century, carrying the connotation of expressing affection, support, and care for someone or something.

Similar spelling words for CHERISH

Plural form of CHERISH is CHERISHES

Conjugate verb Cherish

CONDITIONAL PERFECT

I would have cherished
you would have cherished
he/she/it would have cherished
we would have cherished
they would have cherished
I would have cherish
you would have cherish
he/she/it would have cherish
we would have cherish
they would have cherish

CONDITIONAL PERFECT PROGRESSIVE

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

CONDITIONAL PRESENT

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

CONDITIONAL PRESENT PROGRESSIVE

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

FUTURE

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

FUTURE CONTINUOUS

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

FUTURE PERFECT

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

FUTURE PERFECT CONTINUOUS

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

IMPERATIVE

you cherish
we let´s cherish

NONFINITE VERB FORMS

to cherish

PAST CONTINUOUS

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

PAST PARTICIPLE

cherished

PAST PERFECT

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

PAST PERFECT CONTINUOUS

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

PRESENT

I cherish
you cherish
he/she/it cherishes
we cherish
they cherish

PRESENT CONTINUOUS

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

PRESENT PARTICIPLE

cherishing

PRESENT PERFECT

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

PRESENT PERFECT CONTINUOUS

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

PRESENT SUBJUNCTIVE

he/she/it cherish

SIMPLE PAST

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

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