How Do You Spell REEK?

Pronunciation: [ɹˈiːk] (IPA)

The word "reek" is spelled as /rik/ in IPA phonetic transcription. The "r" sound is pronounced with a retroflex approximant, meaning the tongue curls back slightly towards the roof of the mouth. The "ee" sound is pronounced as a long vowel sound, similar to the "ea" in "heat." The final "k" sound is pronounced with a velar stop, where the back of the tongue touches the soft palate. Overall, the spelling accurately represents the sound of the word "reek."

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REEK Meaning and Definition

  1. Reek is a verb that describes the emission of a strong, unpleasant smell, usually one that is foul or offensive. It refers to a pungent odor that is often overpowering or characteristic of decay, decomposition, or rot. The word can also be used to convey a strong sense of disgust or disapproval towards something or someone.

    In the literal sense, reek is commonly associated with foul smells emanating from refuse, sewage, or decaying matter. It can also be used to describe the stench arising from burning substances, such as smoke or fumes.

    Figuratively, reek can refer to a pervasive aura or atmosphere surrounding a particular place or situation. For example, you might encounter a house that reeks of neglect or disrepair, suggesting a strong sense of neglect or decay. The word can also be used to convey a general sense of suspicion, as in an allegation that reeks of falsehood or dishonesty.

    Overall, reek encompasses both the physical and metaphorical aspects of unpleasant smells, embodying the idea of a strong, offensive odor that can provoke negative reactions, evoke emotional responses, or indicate something undesirable.

  2. • Smoke; steam; vapour.
    • To give out smoke; to steam; to exhale.

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

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Etymology of REEK

The word reek comes from the Old English word recan which means to smoke or emit smoke. This Old English root is also related to similar words in other Germanic languages such as Old Frisian rekia, Old High German reihhen, and Old Norse reka. Ultimately, the word can be traced back to the Proto-Germanic root reukanan, meaning to fumigate or to smoke.

Idioms with the word REEK

  • reek of sth The idiom "reek of sth" means to have a strong or overwhelming smell or indication of something, typically something unpleasant or undesirable. It implies that the presence or influence of something is very noticeable and off-putting.

Similar spelling words for REEK

Plural form of REEK is REEKS

Conjugate verb Reek

CONDITIONAL PERFECT

I would have reeked
you would have reeked
he/she/it would have reeked
we would have reeked
they would have reeked
I would have reek
you would have reek
he/she/it would have reek
we would have reek
they would have reek

CONDITIONAL PERFECT PROGRESSIVE

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

CONDITIONAL PRESENT

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

CONDITIONAL PRESENT PROGRESSIVE

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

FUTURE

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

FUTURE CONTINUOUS

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

FUTURE PERFECT

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

FUTURE PERFECT CONTINUOUS

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

IMPERATIVE

you reek
we let´s reek

NONFINITE VERB FORMS

to reek

PAST CONTINUOUS

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

PAST PARTICIPLE

reeked

PAST PERFECT

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

PAST PERFECT CONTINUOUS

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

PRESENT

I reek
you reek
he/she/it reeks
we reek
they reek

PRESENT CONTINUOUS

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

PRESENT PARTICIPLE

reeking

PRESENT PERFECT

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

PRESENT PERFECT CONTINUOUS

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

PRESENT SUBJUNCTIVE

he/she/it reek

SIMPLE PAST

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

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