How Do You Spell HARSH?

Pronunciation: [hˈɑːʃ] (IPA)

The word "harsh" is spelled with letters that represent sounds in English. The first sound is the "h" sound, followed by the "aa" sound, spelled with the letter "a". The third sound is the "r" sound, pronounced with the back of the tongue against the roof of the mouth. The four-letter is the "sh" sound, pronounced by bringing the lips close together as air is pushed out. The final sound is the voiceless "h" sound, pronounced by expelling a breath of air with no vibration in the throat. In IPA phonetic transcription, this word is spelled /hɑːʃ/.

Meaning and Definition
Top Common Misspellings
Other Common Misspellings
Etymology
Idioms
Similar spelling words
Conjugate verb
Basic Check Advanced Check

HARSH Meaning and Definition

  1. The term "harsh" is an adjective that describes something, be it a person, action, or circumstance, as severe, rough, or unfeeling in nature. It refers to a condition or behavior that lacks gentleness, sympathy, or mercy. When describing a person, "harsh" implies a disposition characterized by strictness, criticality, or an uncompromising attitude. It may denote someone who is excessively stern, unforgiving, or stringent in their judgments or actions.

    Regarding a situation or an environment, "harsh" illuminates an atmosphere that is difficult, unforgiving, or inhospitable, often causing discomfort or distress. It implies something that is adverse, oppressive, or brutal, preventing ease or well-being. For example, a harsh climate refers to a region where extreme weather conditions prevail, making it challenging to live or work there.

    Furthermore, "harsh" can refer to a loud or grating sound that is unpleasant to the ear. It signifies something that is sharp, jarring, or rough in audial sensation.

    Overall, the usage of "harsh" reveals a lack of leniency, compassion, or tenderness. It underscores the presence of stringent, unforgiving, or unfavorable qualities in a person, action, or situation, thereby highlighting its difficult or uncompromising nature.

  2. • Harshly.
    • Rigorous; rudely severe; jarring; discordant; morose.

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

Top Common Misspellings for HARSH *

* The statistics data for these misspellings percentages are collected from over 15,411,110 spell check sessions on www.spellchecker.net from Jan 2010 - Jun 2012.

Other Common Misspellings for HARSH

Etymology of HARSH

The word "harsh" originated from the Old English word "hearsc" (also spelled "hersc" or "harsc"), which meant rough or severe. It can be traced back further to the Proto-Germanic word "harska-" which had a similar meaning.

Idioms with the word HARSH

  • harsh toke The idiom "harsh toke" is often used to describe a negative or unpleasant experience, particularly when related to the realization of an uncomfortable truth or the consequences of one's actions. It originates from the slang term "toke," which refers to inhaling smoke from a marijuana cigarette or pipe. In this context, a "harsh toke" signifies an unpleasant or distressing hit of smoke, metaphorically symbolizing an unwelcome realization or uncomfortable truth that can be difficult to accept.

Similar spelling words for HARSH

Conjugate verb Harsh

CONDITIONAL

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

CONDITIONAL CONTINUOUS

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

CONDITIONAL PERFECT

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

CONDITIONAL PERFECT CONTINUOUS

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

FUTURE

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

FUTURE CONTINUOUS

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

FUTURE PERFECT

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

FUTURE PERFECT CONTINUOUS

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

IMPERATIVE

you harsh
we let´s harsh

NONFINITE VERB FORMS

to harsh

PAST

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

PAST CONTINUOUS

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

PAST PARTICIPLE

harshed

PAST PERFECT

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

PAST PERFECT CONTINUOUS

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

PRESENT

I harsh
you harsh
he/she/it harshes
we harsh
they harsh

PRESENT CONTINUOUS

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

PRESENT PARTICIPLE

harshing

PRESENT PERFECT

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

PRESENT PERFECT CONTINUOUS

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

Infographic

Correct spelling for harsh
Add the infographic to your website: