Hoofs Meaning in English
word · lemma: hoof
ˈhufs/, /ˈhʊfs
HOOFS or HUHFS
hˈuːfs
HOOFS
Definition
The hard, tough coverings at the ends of the feet of animals like horses, cows, or deer. 'Hoofs' is the plural of 'hoof'.
Usage & Nuances
'Hoofs' is less common than 'hooves' as the plural, but both are correct. Used mostly for ungulate animals. Not used for human feet or paws. Common collocations: 'clattering hoofs', 'the sound of hoofs'.
Spanish: pezuñasPortuguese (BR): casco (animal)Portuguese (PT): casco (animal)Chinese (Simplified): 蹄子Chinese (Traditional): 蹄子Hindi: खुरArabic: حوافرBengali: খুরRussian: копытаJapanese: 蹄（ひづめ）Vietnamese: móng guốcKorean: 발굽Turkish: toynakUrdu: کھرIndonesian: kuku (hewan berkuku)
Example Sentences
The horse's hoofs made a loud sound on the road.
basic
A goat has small, sharp hoofs.
basic
Cows walk on their hoofs in the field.
basic
You could hear the hoofs pounding as the herd ran.
natural
Farmers sometimes put shoes on their horses' hoofs.
natural
Over time, the hoofs can crack if not cared for properly.
natural