How Do You Spell MOUTHFULS?

Pronunciation: [mˈa͡ʊθfə͡lz] (IPA)

"Mouthfuls" is spelled as /ˈmaʊθfʊlz/ according to IPA phonetic transcription. The first syllable is pronounced as /maʊθ/ with the diphthong 'ou' representing the sound of 'ow'. The second syllable is pronounced as /fʊlz/ with the 'f' sound followed by the 'ʊ' vowel sound and a voiced 'l' consonant sound. The plural form of the word is important in food-related contexts, such as a recipe when indicating the number of servings. Remembering the correct spelling will prevent potential communication confusion.

MOUTHFULS Meaning and Definition

1. Mouthfuls is a noun that refers to the act of consuming or filling one's mouth with food or drink. It can also denote the actual amount of food or drink that can fit into a person's mouth at one time. This term is often used figuratively as well, representing a large or complex amount of something, such as information or words.

   In the context of eating, mouthfuls typically imply the action of taking bites or sips of food in order to enjoy and satisfy hunger or thirst. It can describe the amount of food that a person can comfortably chew and swallow without difficulty. The term may also be used to depict excessive or gluttonous eating habits, where someone consumes more than a moderate portion in each mouthful.

   Similarly, mouthfuls can be used metaphorically to depict a dense or convoluted amount of information. For instance, someone might find a written passage or a conversation to be challenging to comprehend because it contains many complex concepts or intricate details. In such cases, the phrase "It's a mouthful" signifies that the information requires extra effort to fully digest or comprehend.

   Overall, whether referring to the physical capacity of a mouth or the abstract nature of content, the term "mouthfuls" captures the idea of a substantial or potentially overwhelming amount.

Top Common Misspellings for MOUTHFULS *

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Other Common Misspellings for MOUTHFULS

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• Touthfull

Etymology of MOUTHFULS

The word "mouthfuls" is derived from the combination of two words: "mouth" and "fuls".

- "Mouth" comes from the Old English word "mūð" which means "mouth". It has origins in Proto-Germanic and ultimately traces back to the Proto-Indo-European root "*mu-" which means "to mutter, whisper".

- "Fuls" is the plural of the Middle English word "ful" which means "full".

Thus, "mouthfuls" refers to the amount of food or liquid that can be taken into the mouth at one time, typically a serving or a bite, depending on the context.