How Do You Spell SMOOR?

Pronunciation: [smˈɔː] (IPA)

The word "Smoor" is pronounced with a soft "s" sound followed by the diphthong "oo" and ending with a rhotic sound represented by the letter "r." In IPA phonetic transcription, it is written as /smɔːr/. This word may refer to a Dutch dish of stewed meat and vegetables, or it can also mean to suffocate, smother, or suppress something. Despite its uncommon usage, it is important to spell "Smoor" correctly to avoid confusion and miscommunication.

SMOOR Meaning and Definition

  1. Smoor is a verb that originated from the Dutch language, chiefly used in the Flemish dialect of Belgian Dutch. It is commonly defined as the act of slow-cooking or simmering food, often in a covered pot or casserole, with the intention of gently braising or stewing it until it becomes tender and flavorful. This cooking method involves using low heat and a small amount of liquid, such as broth or wine, as well as adding various herbs, spices, and seasonings to enhance the taste and aromatic qualities of the dish.

    The term "smoor" can also refer to a particular type of dish that is prepared using this cooking technique. Often, "smoor" dishes feature meat, such as beef, pork, or poultry, which is typically browned beforehand and then left to slowly cook in a savory liquid, along with vegetables and other ingredients. However, "smoor" can also be employed in relation to vegetarian or vegan dishes that involve simmering vegetables, legumes, or grains.

    In addition to the culinary process, "smoor" is occasionally used in a figurative sense, outside the realm of cooking. In such cases, it can express the idea of lingering or smoldering emotions or sensations, suggesting a slow and gradual intensity building up over time.

    Overall, "smoor" is a versatile verb that denotes a cooking method, a specific dish, and can be metaphorically applied to evoke various sensory experiences.

Common Misspellings for SMOOR

  • smore
  • smour
  • zmoor
  • dmoor
  • wmoor
  • skoor
  • sjoor
  • smior
  • smkor
  • smlor
  • smpor
  • sm0or
  • sm9or
  • smoir
  • smopr
  • smo0r
  • smo9r
  • smoof
  • smoo5
  • smoo4

Etymology of SMOOR

The word "smoor" is derived from the Middle English term "smoren" meaning "to suffocate, smother". It can be traced back further to the Old English word "smyrgan" meaning "to choke, suffocate, or smother". This Old English term ultimately comes from the Proto-Germanic word "smurganą", meaning "to suffocate or strangle". The etymology of "smoor" shows a consistent semantic development related to the act of suffocation or smothering.

Conjugate verb Smoor

CONDITIONAL

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

CONDITIONAL CONTINUOUS

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

CONDITIONAL PERFECT

I would have smoor
you would have smoor
he/she/it would have smoor
we would have smoor
they would have smoor

CONDITIONAL PERFECT CONTINUOUS

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

FUTURE

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

FUTURE CONTINUOUS

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

FUTURE PERFECT

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

FUTURE PERFECT CONTINUOUS

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

IMPERATIVE

you smoor
we let´s smoor

NONFINITE VERB FORMS

to smoor

PAST

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

PAST CONTINUOUS

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

PAST PARTICIPLE

smoored

PAST PERFECT

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

PAST PERFECT CONTINUOUS

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

PRESENT

I smoor
you smoor
he/she/it smoors
we smoor
they smoor

PRESENT CONTINUOUS

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

PRESENT PARTICIPLE

smooring

PRESENT PERFECT

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

PRESENT PERFECT CONTINUOUS

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

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