How Do You Spell FLOUR?

Pronunciation: [flˈa͡ʊ͡ə] (IPA)

The word "flour" may cause confusion regarding its spelling due to the silent letter "u." In IPA phonetic transcription, the word is pronounced as /flaʊər/. The "fl" and "r" sounds are represented accurately with the corresponding letters, while the "oa" sound is represented by the diphthong /aʊ/. The silent "u" is often used in English to indicate that the preceding vowel is long, as in words like "fruit" and "suit." The spelling of "flour" should be memorized to avoid misspelling the word.

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FLOUR Meaning and Definition

  1. Flour is a powder obtained by grinding grains, nuts, or seeds, typically used as the main ingredient in baking or cooking. It is a staple ingredient in many culinary recipes and is widely used for making various food products such as bread, cakes, cookies, pastries, and pasta.

    The most common type of flour is wheat flour, which is made from milling the grains of wheat. Wheat flour has a powdery texture and is usually white or off-white in color. It contains gluten, a protein that gives structure to baked goods and helps them rise.

    In addition to wheat flour, there are other types of flour derived from different sources. For example, corn flour is made from dried corn kernels and is commonly used in making tortillas and cornbread. Rice flour is made from ground rice grains and is often used in Asian cuisine for making noodles and dumplings. Other notable types of flour include oat flour, almond flour, and coconut flour, which are commonly used as gluten-free alternatives.

    Flour can also be enriched with additional nutrients such as vitamins and minerals to enhance its nutritional value. Different flours have varying protein content and gluten levels, making them suitable for different baking purposes. Overall, flour is a versatile ingredient that plays a fundamental role in the creation of a wide range of baked goods and culinary delights.

  2. The fine sifted part of ground wheat or other grain.

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

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Etymology of FLOUR

The word "flour" originated from the Old French word "flur", which was derived from the Latin word "flōrem" meaning "flower". In this context, "flower" referred to the best part or the finest particles of a meal obtained by grinding grains. Over time, the spelling of the word evolved from "flur" to "flour" in Middle English, and it has been used in this form since then.

Idioms with the word FLOUR

  • fish flour

Similar spelling words for FLOUR

Plural form of FLOUR is FLOURS

Conjugate verb Flour

CONDITIONAL PERFECT

I would have floured
you would have floured
he/she/it would have floured
we would have floured
they would have floured
I would have flour
you would have flour
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they would have flour

CONDITIONAL PERFECT PROGRESSIVE

I would have been flouring
you would have been flouring
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we would have been flouring
they would have been flouring

CONDITIONAL PRESENT

I would flour
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CONDITIONAL PRESENT PROGRESSIVE

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FUTURE

I will flour
you will flour
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we will flour
they will flour

FUTURE CONTINUOUS

I will be flouring
you will be flouring
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we will be flouring
they will be flouring

FUTURE PERFECT

I will have floured
you will have floured
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FUTURE PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I will have been flouring
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IMPERATIVE

you flour
we let´s flour

NONFINITE VERB FORMS

to flour

PAST CONTINUOUS

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

PAST PARTICIPLE

floured

PAST PERFECT

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

PAST PERFECT CONTINUOUS

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

PRESENT

I flour
you flour
he/she/it flours
we flour
they flour

PRESENT CONTINUOUS

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

PRESENT PARTICIPLE

flouring

PRESENT PERFECT

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

PRESENT PERFECT CONTINUOUS

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

PRESENT SUBJUNCTIVE

he/she/it flour

SIMPLE PAST

I floured
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he/she/it floured
we floured
they floured

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