Scuff Meaning in English

word

US

ˈskəf

SKUHF

UK

skˈʌf

SKUHF

Definition

To scrape or rub the surface of something so that it leaves a mark or damage, usually on shoes, floors, or other surfaces. "Scuff" can be used as a verb or a noun for the mark itself.

Usage & Nuances

"Scuff" is informal and often used for minor damage, especially to shoes ('scuffed shoes') or floors. As a noun, it means the mark itself. Not to be confused with 'scratch,' which can imply deeper damage. Common collocation: 'scuff mark.'

• Spanish: raspar - rayar - rozar (superficie)
• Portuguese (BR): raspar - arranhar - marcar (superfície)
• Portuguese (PT): raspar - arranhar - marcar (superfície)
• Chinese (Simplified): 刮伤 - 磨损
• Chinese (Traditional): 刮傷 - 磨損
• Hindi: घिस देना - रगड़ का निशान
• Arabic: خدش - حك (سطح)
• Bengali: ঘষা - ঘষার দাগ
• Russian: поцарапать - потертость
• Japanese: 擦り傷 - すり減らす
• Vietnamese: làm xước - vết xước
• Korean: 긁다 - 긁힌 자국
• Turkish: sürtmek - sıyrık (iz)
• Urdu: رگڑنا - رگڑ کا نشان
• Indonesian: menggesek - goresan

Example Sentences

Be careful not to scuff your new shoes.

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The floor has a scuff near the door.

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He scuffed the table with his bag.

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My sneakers got totally scuffed after the concert last night.

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If you scuff the paint, it can be hard to fix.

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There are a few scuff marks on the hallway floor, but nothing serious.

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