How Do You Spell WHARF?

Pronunciation: [wˈɔːf] (IPA)

The spelling of the word "wharf" can be tricky for English learners. The IPA phonetic transcription for "wharf" is /wɔːrf/. The "w" represents the voiced labio-velar approximant sound, followed by the "h" for aspiration. The "a" is a long vowel sound, pronounced like "ah." The "r" is not pronounced in all accents, but typically sounds like a retroflex liquid. The "f" sound at the end is unvoiced labiodental fricative. Remembering this transcription can help learners perfect their pronunciation of this word.

Meaning and Definition
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Etymology
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WHARF Meaning and Definition

  1. A wharf is a structure built along the edge of a water body, such as a river, lake, or ocean, used primarily for the loading and unloading of ships or boats. It is typically constructed with sturdy materials like wood, concrete, or steel and extends horizontally into the water, providing a platform for vessels to dock and exchange cargo or passengers.

    Wharves are often equipped with various facilities to facilitate the efficient movement of goods, such as cranes, hoists, and storage areas. These structures play a vital role in maritime trade and transportation, serving as important hubs for commercial and industrial activities.

    Additionally, wharves are frequently utilized for recreational purposes, offering spaces for fishing, pleasure boating, or simply enjoying the waterfront views. Some wharves may feature attractions like restaurants, shops, or entertainment venues, transforming them into lively destinations for tourists and residents alike.

    The term "wharf" is derived from the Old English word "hwearf," meaning a bank or shore. Wharves are commonly found in port cities and coastal regions around the world, serving as crucial connectors between land and water, and facilitating the smooth flow of goods and people.

  2. A bank or other erection formed on the shore of a harbour, river, or canal, for the convenience of lading and unlading ships; a quay.

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

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Other Common Misspellings for WHARF

Etymology of WHARF

The word "wharf" originated from the Old English word "hwearf", which meant a shore, bank, or embankment. Its roots can be traced back to various Germanic languages, including Old High German "hwarb" and Old Norse "hǫrgr", which both referred to a heap or a mound. The term evolved over time to specifically denote a structure built along the shore or a harbor, where ships can dock and load and unload goods.

Similar spelling words for WHARF

Plural form of WHARF is WHARFS OR WHARVES

Conjugate verb Wharf

CONDITIONAL

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

CONDITIONAL CONTINUOUS

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

CONDITIONAL PERFECT

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

CONDITIONAL PERFECT CONTINUOUS

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

FUTURE

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

FUTURE CONTINUOUS

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

FUTURE PERFECT

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

FUTURE PERFECT CONTINUOUS

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

IMPERATIVE

you wharf
we let´s wharf

NONFINITE VERB FORMS

to wharf

PAST

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

PAST CONTINUOUS

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

PAST PARTICIPLE

wharfed

PAST PERFECT

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

PAST PERFECT CONTINUOUS

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

PRESENT

I wharf
you wharf
he/she/it wharfs
we wharf
they wharf

PRESENT CONTINUOUS

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

PRESENT PARTICIPLE

wharfing

PRESENT PERFECT

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

PRESENT PERFECT CONTINUOUS

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

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