How Do You Spell REPROACH?

Pronunciation: [ɹɪpɹˈə͡ʊt͡ʃ] (IPA)

The word "reproach," meaning to criticize or blame someone for wrongdoing, is spelled with the letter combination "-oa-" which is pronounced as /oʊ/ in IPA phonetic transcription. This sound is a diphthong, which means it consists of two vowel sounds pronounced together. In "reproach," the first vowel sound is /rɪ/ and the second is /oʊ/. The word also has a silent "ch" at the end, which adds to its unique spelling. Remember to spell "reproach" with "-oa-" and don't forget the silent "ch" at the end!

REPROACH Meaning and Definition

1. Reproach is a noun that refers to the expression of disapproval, criticism, or disappointment towards someone's actions, behavior, or character. It can also be used as a verb, indicating the act of expressing such disapproval or disappointment.

   As a noun, reproach implies a strong sense of dissatisfaction or indignation, whereby one accuses or blames another for their perceived wrongdoings. It often conveys a sense of disappointment or shame, emphasizing the moral or ethical faults of the individual being reproached. For example, a parent may express reproach towards their child for not completing their chores, highlighting their failure to meet expectations and demanding improvement.

   When used as a verb, reproach indicates the act of expressing disapproval or disappointment through words or actions. It involves confronting someone with their perceived faults or inadequacies, in an attempt to make them aware of their shortcomings and potentially motivate them to change their behavior or rectify their actions. Reproaching can be a form of accountability or an expression of disappointment in a relationship, social, or professional context.

   Overall, reproach captures the essence of criticizing or expressing disapproval towards someone for their actions, behavior, or character, with the intention of highlighting their perceived faults or shortcomings and evoking a response or change.

2. • To pass censure upon in contemptuous terms; to upbraid; to charge with a fault in severe language.

   • Censure mingled with contemptuous language; severe reproof; shameful condition or treatment; infamy; object of contempt or scorn; that which is the cause of shame.

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

Top Common Misspellings for REPROACH *

• reproch 50%
• reapproach 50%

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Other Common Misspellings for REPROACH

• aproach
• proach
• rerach
• opproach
• sproach
• resrach
• reaproach
• resreach
• pproach
• reproash
• reprovall
• Redroack
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• Reaproch

Etymology of REPROACH

The word "reproach" can be traced back to the Old French word "reproche", which originally came from the Latin "repropiare". "Repropiare" is a compound verb formed from the prefix "re" (meaning "back" or "again") and "propiare" (meaning "bring near" or "make close"). In Latin, "repropiare" had the sense of bringing something scandalous or shameful close to someone, or in other words, bringing reproach or blame upon them. Over time, "repropiare" evolved into "reprochier" in Old French and eventually became "reproach" in English. Therefore, the etymology of "reproach" is ultimately derived from Latin.

Idioms with the word REPROACH

• above reproach The idiom "above reproach" means to be beyond criticism or blame, possessing qualities or behavior that are considered faultless or impeccable.
• reproach sm with sth The idiom "reproach someone with something" means to express disapproval or criticism toward someone regarding a particular matter or action. It implies blaming or fault-finding, usually in a confrontational or accusatory manner.
• reproach sm for sth The idiom "reproach someone for something" means to express criticism, blame, or disapproval towards someone for a particular action or behavior. It involves directly addressing or pointing out faults, mistakes, or wrongdoings in order to express disappointment, dissatisfaction, or reprimand.
• be above/beyond reproach The idiom "be above/beyond reproach" means to be completely impeccable or faultless in one's actions, behavior, or conduct, making it impossible for others to criticize or find fault with. It implies being of such high moral standing that one is beyond any suspicion or wrongdoing.
• beyond reproach The idiom "beyond reproach" means to be faultless, flawless, or completely lacking in any wrongdoing or criticism. It suggests that someone or something is so perfect or virtuous that no accusations or blame can be attached to them.

Similar spelling words for REPROACH

• refresh,
• RIPIRG,
• RPROUK,
• repark,
• reproachful,
• REBRAC,
• rubruck,
• Reapproach,
• ribwork,
• self-reproach,
• RBHARQ,
• reproacher,
• reappraisal,
• rubric,
• reperk,
• ryberg,
• reappraise,
• ruberg,
• ropework,
• roberg,
• RBRQ,
• HRPRG,
• Rubrica,
• rehberg,
• refract.

Plural form of REPROACH is REPROACHES

Conjugate verb Reproach

CONDITIONAL PERFECT

I would have reproached

you would have reproached

he/she/it would have reproached

we would have reproached

they would have reproached

I would have reproach

you would have reproach

he/she/it would have reproach

we would have reproach

they would have reproach

CONDITIONAL PERFECT PROGRESSIVE

I would have been reproaching

you would have been reproaching

he/she/it would have been reproaching

we would have been reproaching

they would have been reproaching

CONDITIONAL PRESENT

I would reproach

you would reproach

he/she/it would reproach

we would reproach

they would reproach

CONDITIONAL PRESENT PROGRESSIVE

I would be reproaching

you would be reproaching

he/she/it would be reproaching

we would be reproaching

they would be reproaching

FUTURE

I will reproach

you will reproach

he/she/it will reproach

we will reproach

they will reproach

FUTURE CONTINUOUS

I will be reproaching

you will be reproaching

he/she/it will be reproaching

we will be reproaching

they will be reproaching

FUTURE PERFECT

I will have reproached

you will have reproached

he/she/it will have reproached

we will have reproached

they will have reproached

FUTURE PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I will have been reproaching

you will have been reproaching

he/she/it will have been reproaching

we will have been reproaching

they will have been reproaching

IMPERATIVE

you reproach

we let´s reproach

NONFINITE VERB FORMS

to reproach

PAST CONTINUOUS

I was reproaching

you were reproaching

he/she/it was reproaching

we were reproaching

they were reproaching

PAST PARTICIPLE

reproached

PAST PERFECT

I had reproached

you had reproached

he/she/it had reproached

we had reproached

they had reproached

PAST PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I had been reproaching

you had been reproaching

he/she/it had been reproaching

we had been reproaching

they had been reproaching

PRESENT

I reproach

you reproach

he/she/it reproaches

we reproach

they reproach

PRESENT CONTINUOUS

I am reproaching

you are reproaching

he/she/it is reproaching

we are reproaching

they are reproaching

PRESENT PARTICIPLE

reproaching

PRESENT PERFECT

I have reproached

you have reproached

he/she/it has reproached

we have reproached

they have reproached

PRESENT PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I have been reproaching

you have been reproaching

he/she/it has been reproaching

we have been reproaching

they have been reproaching

PRESENT SUBJUNCTIVE

he/she/it reproach

SIMPLE PAST

I reproached

you reproached

he/she/it reproached

we reproached

they reproached