How Do You Spell CHEW OVER?

Pronunciation: [t͡ʃjˈuː ˈə͡ʊvə] (IPA)

Chew over is a phrasal verb meaning to think deeply about something. The IPA phonetic transcription of "chew over" is /tʃuː ˈəʊ.vər/. The "ch" is pronounced as the "tʃ" sound, making a "ch" sound with the tongue pressed against the roof of the mouth. The "ew" is pronounced as "uː" like in the word "due." The "o" in "over" is pronounced as a long "oʊ" sound like in the word "so." The final "er" is pronounced as "vər" making an "er" sound.

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CHEW OVER Meaning and Definition

  1. The term "chew over" is a phrasal verb that typically means to deeply contemplate or consider something in a thoughtful and deliberative manner. It implies a process of mentally mulling over and analyzing a particular subject or idea. When one engages in "chewing over," they devote time and mental energy to thoroughly pondering and ruminating on an issue, often with an intention to gain better understanding or to reach a decision.

    The verb "chew" in this context metaphorically conveys the act of slowly and thoroughly processing thoughts, similar to the physical action of chewing food. This suggests a deliberate and reflective approach, as opposed to a hasty or superficial consideration of a matter. It entails carefully digesting various aspects, implications, and perspectives related to a given subject, frequently in search of insights or solutions.

    "Chewing over" can denote a personal, internal reflection, where individuals engage in deep introspection to explore their thoughts and emotions. However, it can also involve a collective process, where individuals discuss and exchange ideas, deliberately analyzing them from different angles.

    Overall, "chewing over" refers to the cognitive and reflective process of deeply contemplating a topic or issue, often aimed at gaining clarity, reaching a conclusion, or making informed decisions. It encapsulates a slow and intentional mental digestion of information, allowing for a more comprehensive understanding and thoughtful response.

Common Misspellings for CHEW OVER

  • xhew over
  • vhew over
  • dhew over
  • cgew over
  • cbew over
  • cnew over
  • cjew over
  • cuew over
  • cyew over
  • chww over
  • chsw over
  • chdw over
  • chrw over
  • ch4w over
  • ch3w over
  • cheq over
  • chea over
  • ches over

Etymology of CHEW OVER

The phrase "chew over" is an idiomatic expression that means to think about something carefully or ponder. The etymology of this phrase can be understood by analyzing the individual words.

- "Chew" is derived from the Old English word "ceowan" or "ceowan" which meant "to bite" or "to chew". Over time, this word evolved to refer to the physical action of masticating food.

- "Over" is rooted in the Old English word "ofer" which referred to a position above or higher than something. It eventually expanded in usage to include the sense of considering or examining something in a comprehensive manner.

When combined, the phrase "chew over" metaphorically suggests the act of mulling over thoughts or ideas, much like how one chews food to break it down and extract its essence.

Idioms with the word CHEW OVER

  • chew over To think about or consider something carefully; to ponder or reflect upon a topic or situation.

Similar spelling words for CHEW OVER

Conjugate verb Chew over

CONDITIONAL

I would chew over
you would chew over
he/she/it would chew over
we would chew over
they would chew over

CONDITIONAL CONTINUOUS

I would be chewing over
you would be chewing over
he/she/it would be chewing over
we would be chewing over
they would be chewing over

CONDITIONAL PERFECT

I would have chew over
you would have chew over
he/she/it would have chew over
we would have chew over
they would have chew over

CONDITIONAL PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I would have been chewing over
you would have been chewing over
he/she/it would have been chewing over
we would have been chewing over
they would have been chewing over

FUTURE

I will chew over
you will chew over
he/she/it will chew over
we will chew over
they will chew over

FUTURE CONTINUOUS

I will be chewing over
you will be chewing over
he/she/it will be chewing over
we will be chewing over
they will be chewing over

FUTURE PERFECT

I will have chewed over
you will have chewed over
he/she/it will have chewed over
we will have chewed over
they will have chewed over

FUTURE PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I will have been chewing over
you will have been chewing over
he/she/it will have been chewing over
we will have been chewing over
they will have been chewing over

IMPERATIVE

you chew over
we let´s chew over

NONFINITE VERB FORMS

to chew over

PAST

I chewed over
you chewed over
he/she/it chewed over
we chewed over
they chewed over

PAST CONTINUOUS

I was chewing over
you were chewing over
he/she/it was chewing over
we were chewing over
they were chewing over

PAST PARTICIPLE

chewed over

PAST PERFECT

I had chewed over
you had chewed over
he/she/it had chewed over
we had chewed over
they had chewed over

PAST PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I had been chewing over
you had been chewing over
he/she/it had been chewing over
we had been chewing over
they had been chewing over

PRESENT

I chew over
you chew over
he/she/it chews over
we chew over
they chew over

PRESENT CONTINUOUS

I am chewing over
you are chewing over
he/she/it is chewing over
we are chewing over
they are chewing over

PRESENT PARTICIPLE

chewing over

PRESENT PERFECT

I have chewed over
you have chewed over
he/she/it has chewed over
we have chewed over
they have chewed over

PRESENT PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I have been chewing over
you have been chewing over
he/she/it has been chewing over
we have been chewing over
they have been chewing over

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