How Do You Spell PARCHES?

Pronunciation: [pˈɑːt͡ʃɪz] (IPA)

The word "parches" is spelled with the letters P-A-R-C-H-E-S. In IPA phonetic transcription, it would be pronounced /ˈpɑː.tʃɪz/. The "ar" sound is represented by the letter A, and the "ch" sound is represented by the letter combination CH. The silent E at the end of the word changes the pronunciation of the vowel sound in the previous syllable from a short vowel to a long vowel. In this case, the vowel sound in the first syllable is /ɑː/ as opposed to /æ/ in the word "patches".

PARCHES Meaning and Definition

  1. Parches is the plural form of the noun "parch," which can be used as a transitive verb or a noun. As a verb, "parch" refers to the process of drying or dehydrating something, usually by applying heat. This can be done intentionally, such as drying grains or fruits to preserve them, or unintentionally, such as causing the skin to become dry or cracked due to exposure to excessive heat or sun. Parched grains can have a wrinkled or shrunken appearance.

    As a noun, "parch" typically refers to a piece of dried or shriveled skin, particularly that of an animal. It can also be used to describe a patch or spot on the skin that has become dry, rough, or scaly due to dehydration or sun exposure. Sometimes, "parch" is used metaphorically to describe extreme thirst or a general feeling of dryness and aridity.

    In both the verb and noun forms, "parch" is often associated with the denial or lack of moisture, resulting in the loss of natural qualities such as freshness, moisture, or vitality. This term is commonly used in the context of food preservation, skin health, or describing the environment.

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Conjugate verb Parches

CONDITIONAL

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FUTURE

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