Cool MateMeaning of Scorch
To burn the surface of something with heat.
In simple words: To burn something slightly or to heat it too much.
Scorch in a sentence
- You must be careful not to scorch the pancakes on the stove.
- The sun can scorch your skin if you don’t apply sunscreen.
- He accidentally scorched the paper while trying to dry it.
- Be sure to adjust the heat so you don't scorch the sauce.
- The wildfire scorched many acres of forest land.
How to use Scorch
Commonly used in cooking or to describe heat damage. Not usually used in very formal contexts.
Grammar pattern
scorch + object
Memory hint
Think of a 'scorching' sun that makes things very hot.
Related words
Collocations with Scorch
- scorch the earth
- scorch marks
- scorching heat
Synonyms for Scorch
- burn
- char
- singe
- blacken
- grill
Common mistakes with Scorch
- Confused with 'scorching' which refers to intense heat rather than the act of burning.
- Using 'scorch' without an object, which sounds incomplete.
- Mixing up 'scorch' with 'burn' without understanding the intensity difference.
Scorch appears in
Scorch in other languages
- Arabicالعربية
حرق
حرق شيء قليلاً أو تسخينه بشكل مفرط.
- Bengaliবাংলা
পুড়ে যাওয়া, ঝলসে যাওয়া
কোনো জিনিস সামান্য পুড়িয়ে ফেলা বা অতিরিক্ত গরম করা।
- GermanDeutsch
Anbrennen, versengen
Etwas leicht verbrennen oder zu stark erhitzen.
- SpanishEspañol
quemar
Quemar algo ligeramente o calentar demasiado.
- Persianفارسی
سوزاندن
چیزی را کمی بسوزانید یا آن را بیش از حد گرم کنید.
- FrenchFrançais
Brûler
Brûler quelque chose légèrement ou le chauffer trop.
- Hindiहिन्दी
झुलसना
किसी चीज़ को थोड़ा जलाना या बहुत ज़्यादा गरम करना।
- ItalianItaliano
Bruciare
Bruciare qualcosa leggermente o scaldarla troppo.
- PortuguesePortuguês
Queimar
Queimar algo levemente ou aquecê-lo demais.
- RussianРусский
Обжечь, подпалить
Слегка подпалить или перегреть что-то.
- Urduاردو
جلانا، داغ کرنا
کسی چیز کو تھوڑا سا جلانا یا بہت زیادہ گرم کرنا۔
- Chinese中文
烧焦
稍微烧焦某物或加热过度。
More words like Scorch
- Burn
- AbandonB2
To leave someone or something and never return to them.
- CorpseB1
The dead body of a human or animal.
- TypicalA2
Representing the usual characteristics of a particular group or situation.
- VaporB1
A gaseous state of a substance that is typically liquid at room temperature.
- TraditionA2
A custom or belief passed down over time within a group.
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Frequently asked questions about Scorch
What does Scorch mean?
To burn something slightly or to heat it too much.
What is the definition of Scorch?
To burn the surface of something with heat.
How do you use Scorch in a sentence?
You must be careful not to scorch the pancakes on the stove.
Can you give another example of Scorch?
The sun can scorch your skin if you don’t apply sunscreen.
What are synonyms for Scorch?
Common alternatives include burn, char, singe, blacken, grill.
What is the opposite of Scorch?
Opposite meanings include cool, freeze, protect.
What words go with Scorch?
It commonly pairs with scorch the earth, scorch marks, scorching heat.
What are common mistakes when using Scorch?
Confused with 'scorching' which refers to intense heat rather than the act of burning. Using 'scorch' without an object, which sounds incomplete. Mixing up 'scorch' with 'burn' without understanding the intensity difference.
How do you pronounce Scorch?
US: //skɔːrtʃ//, UK: //skɔːtʃ//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.
When should I use Scorch?
Commonly used in cooking or to describe heat damage. Not usually used in very formal contexts.
What CEFR level is Scorch?
"Scorch" is at B1 level on the CEFR scale.