chews
word · lemma: chew
Definition
'Chews' is the third person singular form of 'chew', meaning to use your teeth to break food into smaller pieces before swallowing it.
Usage & Nuances
'Chews' is only used for he/she/it (third person singular). Common with people and animals, e.g., 'She chews gum'. Often confused with similar words like 'bites' (just closing teeth) or 'nibbles' (small bites). Often used in present simple, sometimes in stories or facts.
Spanish: masticaPortuguese (BR): mascaPortuguese (PT): mascaChinese (Simplified): 咀嚼Chinese (Traditional): 咀嚼Hindi: चबाता हैArabic: يمضغ
Example Sentences
He chews his food slowly.
basic
The dog chews on a bone every day.
basic
She chews gum after lunch.
basic
My cat chews on my shoelaces when she’s bored.
natural
He never chews his food properly and gets stomach aches.
natural
If your child chews on pencils, try giving them gum instead.
natural