spits
word · lemma: spit
Definition
'Spits' is the third person singular form of 'spit,' meaning to force liquid, especially saliva, out of your mouth. It can also refer to ejecting something forcefully from the mouth.
Usage & Nuances
Used in present simple tense for 'he', 'she', or 'it'. Common in describing bad or rude behavior ('spits on the ground'). Can also refer to other things that eject liquid, like 'the kettle spits steam.' Not polite in most social situations.
Spanish: escupePortuguese (BR): cospePortuguese (PT): cospeChinese (Simplified): 吐口水Chinese (Traditional): 吐口水Hindi: थूकता हैArabic: يبصقBengali: থু দেয় - ফেলে (মুখ থেকে)Russian: плюётJapanese: 唾を吐くVietnamese: nhổ raKorean: 침을 뱉다Turkish: tükürürUrdu: تھوک دیتا ہےIndonesian: meludah
Example Sentences
She spits water into the sink.
basic
Sometimes the kettle spits a little hot water when it starts to boil.
natural
My cat spits when she's scared.
natural
He never spits in public because he thinks it's rude.
natural
He spits on the ground when he's angry.
basic
The baby often spits out her food.
basic