How Do You Spell EFFACE?

Pronunciation: [ɪfˈe͡ɪs] (IPA)

Efface is a verb that means to delete or erase something. It is spelled as /ɪˈfeɪs/, which is pronounced as "ih-feys". The first syllable "ih" is pronounced similarly to the short "i" sound in "hit" or "bin". The second syllable "fey" is pronounced like the word "face" but with a long "a" sound. The spelling of efface is straightforward, with each letter pronounced distinctly. So, if you want to remove or wipe out something, just remember to spell it as "efface".

EFFACE Meaning and Definition

1. The verb "efface" refers to the act of erasing or obliterating something, typically by removing all visible traces or making it indistinct or inconspicuous. When applied to physical objects or surfaces, it involves eliminating or smudging any marks, signs, or writings so that they are no longer recognizable. This can involve using a tool or substance to wipe away any evidence, effectively eradicating the original appearance.

   In a figurative sense, "efface" can describe the suppression or concealment of one's feelings, opinions, or identity. It encompasses the act of purposely making oneself less noticeable in order to blend in or avoid attention. This may involve adopting a passive or submissive attitude, allowing others to take the spotlight, or diminishing one's own achievements or accomplishments.

   Furthermore, "efface" can also refer to the gradual disappearance or fading away of something over time. This can include the gradual erosion of physical features, such as mountains or landmarks, through natural processes. It can also encompass the gradual fading of memories, images, or ideas, as they become less vibrant or influential in one's mind.

   Ultimately, "efface" pertains to the act of removing, obscuring, or diminishing something, whether it be physical, emotional, or conceptual, in order to render it less visible, noticeable, or influential.

2. To destroy or render illegible; to wear away; to strike or rub out; to destroy any impression on the mind.

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

Common Misspellings for EFFACE

• suface
• offece
• efence
• effecy
• effence
• serface
• inface
• eforce
• ffice
• effie
• eface
• ediface
• effice
• orface
• ehnace
• sufface
• effecs
• effile
• affice
• offce
• effec
• effle
• erace
• effact
• effore
• offuce
• effasce
• effacse
• effacee
• effase
• effalte
• erbace
• efeaye
• effaccer
• twface
• Efforace
• Effurce
• Egfacce
• OFFACQ
• ephace
• effacey
• effaccy
• effasey
• Eifare
• Effraceur
• Deffece
• affarece

Etymology of EFFACE

The word "efface" has its origins in the Latin language. It is derived from the Latin word "effacere", which is a combination of the prefix "ex-" meaning "out" or "thoroughly" and the verb "facere" meaning "to make" or "to do". Therefore, the literal meaning of "efface" in Latin is "to make out" or "to thoroughly make". Over time, the word evolved in usage and came to refer to the act of erasing or wiping out something, figuratively suggesting the complete removal or obliteration of a mark or impression.

Similar spelling words for EFFACE

• office,
• deface,
• face.

Conjugate verb Efface

CONDITIONAL PERFECT

I would have effaced

you would have effaced

he/she/it would have effaced

we would have effaced

they would have effaced

I would have efface

you would have efface

he/she/it would have efface

we would have efface

they would have efface

CONDITIONAL PERFECT PROGRESSIVE

I would have been effacing

you would have been effacing

he/she/it would have been effacing

we would have been effacing

they would have been effacing

CONDITIONAL PRESENT

I would efface

you would efface

he/she/it would efface

we would efface

they would efface

CONDITIONAL PRESENT PROGRESSIVE

I would be effacing

you would be effacing

he/she/it would be effacing

we would be effacing

they would be effacing

FUTURE

I will efface

you will efface

he/she/it will efface

we will efface

they will efface

FUTURE CONTINUOUS

I will be effacing

you will be effacing

he/she/it will be effacing

we will be effacing

they will be effacing

FUTURE PERFECT

I will have effaced

you will have effaced

he/she/it will have effaced

we will have effaced

they will have effaced

FUTURE PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I will have been effacing

you will have been effacing

he/she/it will have been effacing

we will have been effacing

they will have been effacing

IMPERATIVE

you efface

we let´s efface

NONFINITE VERB FORMS

to efface

PAST CONTINUOUS

I was effacing

you were effacing

he/she/it was effacing

we were effacing

they were effacing

PAST PARTICIPLE

effaced

PAST PERFECT

I had effaced

you had effaced

he/she/it had effaced

we had effaced

they had effaced

PAST PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I had been effacing

you had been effacing

he/she/it had been effacing

we had been effacing

they had been effacing

PRESENT

I efface

you efface

he/she/it effaces

we efface

they efface

PRESENT CONTINUOUS

I am effacing

you are effacing

he/she/it is effacing

we are effacing

they are effacing

PRESENT PARTICIPLE

effacing

PRESENT PERFECT

I have effaced

you have effaced

he/she/it has effaced

we have effaced

they have effaced

PRESENT PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I have been effacing

you have been effacing

he/she/it has been effacing

we have been effacing

they have been effacing

PRESENT SUBJUNCTIVE

he/she/it efface

SIMPLE PAST

I effaced

you effaced

he/she/it effaced

we effaced

they effaced