How Do You Spell MELLOW?

Pronunciation: [mˈɛlə͡ʊ] (IPA)

Mellow /ˈmɛl.oʊ/ is a six-letter word that describes a calm and relaxing feeling or a smoothness in flavor and texture. The word is spelled using the letters 'm', 'e', 'l', 'l', 'o', and 'w' and pronounced as /MEL-oh/. The first syllable 'mel' is pronounced with a short 'e' sound, while the second syllable 'low' is pronounced with an 'oh' sound. The double 'l' in the middle is pronounced as a single sound that is similar to the 'l' sound in the word 'milk'.

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MELLOW Meaning and Definition

  1. Mellow is an adjective that can be used to describe various aspects related to the quality and character of a person, environment, sound, taste, or color. The term generally suggests a sense of relaxation, softness, and smoothness.

    When referring to a person, being mellow typically implies a calm, easy-going nature—an individual who is not easily angered or agitated. It is often associated with a gentle temperament or a laid-back attitude towards life.

    Concerning an environment, such as a room or an atmosphere, mellow suggests a soothing, comfortable ambiance that promotes tranquility and contentment. It implies a cozy, warm, and inviting setting.

    In terms of sound, a mellow tone or melody signifies softness, richness, and subtlety. It refers to music or voices that are smooth, pleasing, and relaxing, often lacking sharpness or harshness.

    When applied to taste, mellow characterizes a mild, subtle flavor that is not overpowering or intense. It can refer to the balance between sweetness and acidity in food or drink.

    Lastly, mellow can also describe colors that are soft, subdued, warm, or earthy. It signifies hues that evoke a relaxed and calming sensation rather than vibrant or energetic visual stimuli.

    Overall, the concept of mellow conveys a sense of peacefulness, soothing qualities, and a gentle nature across a range of contexts.

  2. • Mature; soft with ripeness; pleasing by softness, as sound, light, or flavour; soft, jovial, as a person slightly intoxicated.
    • To ripen; to soften, as by maturity or age; to grow or become mature or soft.

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

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Etymology of MELLOW

The word "mellow" originates from the Old English word "melu", which means "soft, sweet, or ripe". It can be traced back to the Proto-Germanic word "melwjo" and the Proto-Indo-European root "*meldh-", both conveying the idea of softness. Over time, the meaning of "mellow" has evolved to describe the soothing, relaxed, and gentle qualities often associated with matured and ripe things, such as fruit, wine, or even someone's temperament.

Idioms with the word MELLOW

  • mellow out The idiom "mellow out" means to relax, become calm, or to soothe one's mood or temperament. It refers to the process of becoming less stressed, agitated, or intense.

Similar spelling words for MELLOW

Conjugate verb Mellow

CONDITIONAL PERFECT

I would have mellowed
you would have mellowed
he/she/it would have mellowed
we would have mellowed
they would have mellowed
I would have mellow
you would have mellow
he/she/it would have mellow
we would have mellow
they would have mellow

CONDITIONAL PERFECT PROGRESSIVE

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

CONDITIONAL PRESENT

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

CONDITIONAL PRESENT PROGRESSIVE

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

FUTURE

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

FUTURE CONTINUOUS

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

FUTURE PERFECT

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

FUTURE PERFECT CONTINUOUS

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

IMPERATIVE

you mellow
we let´s mellow

NONFINITE VERB FORMS

to mellow

PAST CONTINUOUS

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

PAST PARTICIPLE

mellowed

PAST PERFECT

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

PAST PERFECT CONTINUOUS

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

PRESENT

I mellow
you mellow
he/she/it mellows
we mellow
they mellow

PRESENT CONTINUOUS

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

PRESENT PARTICIPLE

mellowing

PRESENT PERFECT

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

PRESENT PERFECT CONTINUOUS

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

PRESENT SUBJUNCTIVE

he/she/it mellow

SIMPLE PAST

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

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