How Do You Spell DWARF?

Pronunciation: [dwˈɔːf] (IPA)

The spelling of the word "dwarf" might seem a bit confusing. It is pronounced as /dwɔrf/ according to IPA phonetic transcription. The ‘d’ in ‘dwarf’ is silent, so the word is pronounced with a ‘w’ sound at the beginning. ‘W’ and ‘f’ are two consonants that often do not appear next to each other in English words. Therefore, the unusual spilling of ‘dwarf’ can lead us to make spelling errors. But, it’s important to remember to leave the ‘d’ silent to pronounce this word correctly.

DWARF Meaning and Definition

1. Dwarf is a noun that refers to an individual or creature that is significantly smaller in size compared to the typical or average height for their species. It is often applied to mythical creatures, such as fairytale dwarves, as well as to individuals with a medical condition called dwarfism.

   The term "dwarf" can also be used as a verb to describe the act of making something appear smaller in comparison to other objects or beings. In this context, it implies the action of reducing the perceived or relative size of something or someone.

   In the context of mythology and folklore, dwarves are typically portrayed as small, stout individuals with great craftsmanship skills. They are commonly associated with underground-dwelling and are often depicted as miners or blacksmiths.

   In medicine, dwarfism is a condition characterized by a relatively short stature due to abnormal growth and development. There are different types of dwarfism, some caused by genetic mutations or hormonal imbalances, which result in an adult height significantly below average. While dwarfism itself is not a disease, it may present various health challenges and complications that require medical attention.

   Overall, the word "dwarf" refers to both a type of individual or creature characterized by their small size and can also be used as a verb to describe the act of making something appear smaller in comparison.

2. A markedly undersized person, nanus, pigmy.

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

3. • To hinder from growing to the natural size.

   • Any animal or plant much below the usual size; a man or woman much under the ordinary height; a page or attendant on a knight in olden times.

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

Top Common Misspellings for DWARF *

• drwarf 33.3333333%
• dwalf 22.2222222%
• dwafe 22.2222222%
• warf 22.2222222%

* The statistics data for these misspellings percentages are collected from over 15,411,110 spell check sessions on www.spellchecker.net from Jan 2010 - Jun 2012.

Other Common Misspellings for DWARF

• dtaff
• dwart
• draff
• awayf
• dwars
• drawf
• dworfs
• dwarfes
• dworf
• daef
• dawrf
• dward
• dayf
• dsaf
• darf
• dwraf
• darfu
• dwarft
• dwarve
• dwafs
• dweary
• daari
• swarf
• dwaff
• dwearf
• dwarff
• dwrf
• dwerf
• dharr
• dwawe
• dweare
• dwarfe
• Gwara
• waurf
• ywarr
• dwaly
• daarh
• dharu
• ewara
• dwwr
• dwavs
• dwsvf
• dwaiv
• dbagf
• dwcbf
• dzacf
• dwngf
• DwASZ
• dwflf
• orarf
• swavrf
• dwerfe
• drwaup

Etymology of DWARF

The word "dwarf" has its roots in Old English, where it was spelled as "dweorg". It is believed to have derived from the Proto-Germanic word "dwerȝaz" or "dwergaz". This Proto-Germanic term likely meant "small being" or "tiny person". The origins of this term can be traced further back to the Proto-Indo-European root *dʰrewgʰ-, meaning "to mislead" or "to deceive". This connection may indicate that dwarves were originally thought of as deceitful or magical beings in early folklore.

Idioms with the word DWARF

• a dwarf standing on the shoulders of giants "A dwarf standing on the shoulders of giants" is an idiom that describes a person or entity who is able to accomplish great things by building upon the work, knowledge, or achievements of those who came before them. It acknowledges the fact that even though they may be small or insignificant in comparison, they are able to achieve success because they can benefit from the groundwork, wisdom, or discoveries of their predecessors.

Similar spelling words for DWARF

• TRAF-2,
• trf,
• trofeo,
• trave,
• travie,
• trofie,
• TREVI,
• HTR21F,
• dhruva,
• Teraph,
• TRV,
• dourif,
• DRV/CDT,
• dharavi,
• -troph,
• waif,
• TRFIA,
• travaux,
• tariff,
• TRYPH,
• torv,
• trivia,
• turov,
• Dwarfy,
• terefah,
• drive-by,
• HTR22F,
• taruffi,
• trifa,
• F-DRIVE,
• Dhruv,
• HTRFF,
• TRAVW,
• dravya,
• tairov,
• turf,
• TROF,
• deaf,
• durif,
• Turf-clad,
• truffe,
• DORF,
• trouve,
• darif,
• TRAV,
• dravo,
• TARIF,
• taarof,
• doriva,
• TRUV,
• wtrf-tv,
• Travois,
• trove,
• you-drive,
• dravi,
• TRF-R,
• turvey,
• TRAF5,
• turfway,
• turriff,
• turfi,
• derve,
• os-trov,
• turvy,
• Trev,
• TRWOV,
• Trevia,
• tropho,
• tarifa,
• Turfy,
• co-drove,
• drive-up,
• taraf,
• TRIOF,
• eco-drive,
• Draffy,
• Drough,
• trough,
• DRF,
• turfier,
• dreave,
• treeify,
• i-drive,
• wharf,
• droveway,
• TRF-REC,
• Drave,
• Derf,
• trife,
• u-drive,
• dwarves,
• trv130,
• TRWAF,
• drive-ins,
• DARF,
• drive,
• darva,
• tarfaya,
• terrify,
• Trophi,
• drava,
• durfey,
• Treva,
• TTRIF,
• drive-bys,
• treif,
• Torrefy,
• DRV,
• drove,
• DUREF,
• tref,
• trophee,
• deerhoof,
• troff,
• trypho,
• -trophy,
• durfee,
• Turf-moss,
• diaraf,
• Draugh,
• derive,
• driveway,
• durov,
• Draff,
• tahrif,
• treyf,
• HTR11F,
• derv,
• dorff,
• Drovy,
• Dwarfs,
• trophy,
• v-drive,
• TRVV,
• TWRV,
• TARIFF.,
• wtrf-dt3,
• troughway,
• drive-in,
• wtrf-dt2,
• HTR12F,
• dorough,
• z-drive,
• daraf,
• TRHIF,
• trova,
• truvia.

Plural form of DWARF is DWARFS OR DWARVES

Conjugate verb Dwarf

CONDITIONAL PERFECT

I would have dwarfed

you would have dwarfed

he/she/it would have dwarfed

we would have dwarfed

they would have dwarfed

I would have dwarf

you would have dwarf

he/she/it would have dwarf

we would have dwarf

they would have dwarf

CONDITIONAL PERFECT PROGRESSIVE

I would have been dwarfing

you would have been dwarfing

he/she/it would have been dwarfing

we would have been dwarfing

they would have been dwarfing

CONDITIONAL PRESENT

I would dwarf

you would dwarf

he/she/it would dwarf

we would dwarf

they would dwarf

CONDITIONAL PRESENT PROGRESSIVE

I would be dwarfing

you would be dwarfing

he/she/it would be dwarfing

we would be dwarfing

they would be dwarfing

FUTURE

I will dwarf

you will dwarf

he/she/it will dwarf

we will dwarf

they will dwarf

FUTURE CONTINUOUS

I will be dwarfing

you will be dwarfing

he/she/it will be dwarfing

we will be dwarfing

they will be dwarfing

FUTURE PERFECT

I will have dwarfed

you will have dwarfed

he/she/it will have dwarfed

we will have dwarfed

they will have dwarfed

FUTURE PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I will have been dwarfing

you will have been dwarfing

he/she/it will have been dwarfing

we will have been dwarfing

they will have been dwarfing

IMPERATIVE

you dwarf

we let´s dwarf

NONFINITE VERB FORMS

to dwarf

PAST CONTINUOUS

I was dwarfing

you were dwarfing

he/she/it was dwarfing

we were dwarfing

they were dwarfing

PAST PARTICIPLE

dwarfed

PAST PERFECT

I had dwarfed

you had dwarfed

he/she/it had dwarfed

we had dwarfed

they had dwarfed

PAST PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I had been dwarfing

you had been dwarfing

he/she/it had been dwarfing

we had been dwarfing

they had been dwarfing

PRESENT

I dwarf

you dwarf

he/she/it dwarfs

we dwarf

they dwarf

PRESENT CONTINUOUS

I am dwarfing

you are dwarfing

he/she/it is dwarfing

we are dwarfing

they are dwarfing

PRESENT PARTICIPLE

dwarfing

PRESENT PERFECT

I have dwarfed

you have dwarfed

he/she/it has dwarfed

we have dwarfed

they have dwarfed

PRESENT PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I have been dwarfing

you have been dwarfing

he/she/it has been dwarfing

we have been dwarfing

they have been dwarfing

PRESENT SUBJUNCTIVE

he/she/it dwarf

SIMPLE PAST

I dwarfed

you dwarfed

he/she/it dwarfed

we dwarfed

they dwarfed