Cool MateMeaning of Puff
To emit air or smoke in a puff or burst.
In simple words: To blow air softly to create a cloud or steam.
Puff in a sentence
- She took a deep breath and gave a puff of air to the candle.
- After the steam was released, a puff of smoke filled the room.
- The magician made a puff of colorful smoke appear from his wand.
- He watched as the cat puffed its fur to appear larger.
- With each puff on the cigar, he seemed to relax more.
How to use Puff
Use 'puff' when describing a gentle release of air. Common in contexts like cooking or smoking, but not used in formal writing.
Grammar pattern
puff + object
Memory hint
Think of a little fluff ball puffing out air.
Related words
Collocations with Puff
- puff of smoke
- puff pastry
- puff up
- puff out
- puff on a cigarette
Synonyms for Puff
- blow
- exhale
- inflate
- gush
- disperse
Opposites of Puff
- deflate
- compress
- flatten
Common mistakes with Puff
- Confusing with 'puff out' which indicates a more extensive action.
- Using 'puff' incorrectly in a context requiring a stronger verb like 'blow'.
Puff appears in
Puff in other languages
- Arabicالعربية
نفخة, نفخ
ينفخ الهواء بلطف ليصنع سحابة أو بخار.
- Bengaliবাংলা
ফুঁ দেওয়া, ফোলা
ধীরে ধীরে বাতাস বা ধোঁয়া বের করা।
- GermanDeutsch
pusten, paffen, Hauch, Zug
Ganz leicht pusten, sodass eine kleine Wolke oder Dampf entsteht.
- SpanishEspañol
Soplar, Bocanada
Soplar suavemente para crear una nube o vapor.
- Persianفارسی
پف کردن
به آرامی هوا را دمیدن تا یک ابر یا بخار ایجاد شود.
- FrenchFrançais
Bouffée, Souffle, Gonfler
Souffler doucement pour créer un nuage ou de la vapeur.
- Hindiहिन्दी
फूँक मारना, फुलाना
हल्के से हवा फूँकना ताकि बादल या भाप बन जाए।
- ItalianItaliano
Soffio, Sbruffata
Soffiare aria dolcemente per creare una nuvola o vapore.
- PortuguesePortuguês
Soprar, baforada
Soltar ar de leve para criar uma nuvem ou vapor.
- RussianРусский
Пуф, дуть
Мягко дуть, чтобы создать облачко или пар.
- Urduاردو
پُھونک مارنا، کِھلانا
نرم ہوا پھونکنا تاکہ بادل یا بھاپ بن جائے۔
- Chinese中文
吹气, 喷出
轻轻吹气，形成一团云或蒸汽。
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An exceptionally large sum of money or valuable assets.
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Frequently asked questions about Puff
What does Puff mean?
To blow air softly to create a cloud or steam.
What is the definition of Puff?
To emit air or smoke in a puff or burst.
How do you use Puff in a sentence?
She took a deep breath and gave a puff of air to the candle.
Can you give another example of Puff?
After the steam was released, a puff of smoke filled the room.
What are synonyms for Puff?
Common alternatives include blow, exhale, inflate, gush, disperse.
What is the opposite of Puff?
Opposite meanings include deflate, compress, flatten.
What words go with Puff?
It commonly pairs with puff of smoke, puff pastry, puff up, puff out, puff on a cigarette.
What are common mistakes when using Puff?
Confusing with 'puff out' which indicates a more extensive action. Using 'puff' incorrectly in a context requiring a stronger verb like 'blow'.
How do you pronounce Puff?
US: //pʌf//, UK: //pʌf//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.
When should I use Puff?
Use 'puff' when describing a gentle release of air. Common in contexts like cooking or smoking, but not used in formal writing.