Cool MateMeaning of Scratch
to rub your skin with your nails, usually because it is itching
In simple words: To cut or rub a surface with something sharp.
Scratch in a sentence
- She accidentally scratched the surface of the table while moving a chair.
- The cat likes to scratch the furniture with its claws.
- He tried to scratch the lottery ticket, hoping to win a prize.
- Please scratch your head if you’re confused by the instructions.
- Due to a technical problem, the game was scratched before it started.
- They had to scratch the event because of bad weather.
How to use Scratch
Use 'scratch' in both literal and figurative contexts. For example, you can scratch your arm or scratch an idea. It's generally informal but can be used in neutral contexts.
Grammar pattern
scratch + object
Memory hint
Think of a cat scratching furniture — a sharp sound and marks are left behind.
Related words
Collocations with Scratch
Opposites of Scratch
- smooth
- polish
Common mistakes with Scratch
- Confused with 'scrach' - misspelling.
- Using 'to scratch' without an object - should specify what is scratched.
- Mixing up with 'scrap' - they have different meanings.
Scratch appears in
Scratch in other languages
- Arabicالعربية
يخدش, يحك
قطع أو فرك سطح بشيء حاد.
- Bengaliবাংলা
আঁচড় দেওয়া, চুলকানো
কোনো ধারালো জিনিস দিয়ে কোনো পৃষ্ঠে কাটা বা ঘষা।
- GermanDeutsch
Kratzen
Eine Oberfläche mit etwas Scharfem schneiden oder reiben.
- SpanishEspañol
Rascar, Arañar
Cortar o frotar una superficie con algo afilado.
- Persianفارسی
خراشیدن، خاراندن
با چیزی تیز روی سطحی را خراشیدن یا مالیدن.
- FrenchFrançais
Gratter
Couper ou frotter une surface avec quelque chose de pointu.
- Hindiहिन्दी
खरोंच, खरोंचना
किसी नुकीली चीज़ से किसी सतह को काटना या रगड़ना।
- ItalianItaliano
Grattare, graffiare
Tagliare o sfregare una superficie con qualcosa di appuntito.
- PortuguesePortuguês
Arranhar, Coçar
Cortar ou esfregar uma superfície com algo afiado.
- RussianРусский
царапать, почесывать
Порезать или потереть поверхность чем-то острым.
- Urduاردو
کُھچانا، کَھچانا، کُھچاو
کسی چیز کو تیز چیز سے کاٹنا یا رگڑنا۔
- Chinese中文
抓, 刮, 划痕, 抓挠
用尖锐的东西划或擦表面。
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Frequently asked questions about Scratch
What does Scratch mean?
To cut or rub a surface with something sharp.
What is the definition of Scratch?
to rub your skin with your nails, usually because it is itching
How do you use Scratch in a sentence?
She accidentally scratched the surface of the table while moving a chair.
Can you give another example of Scratch?
The cat likes to scratch the furniture with its claws.
What are synonyms for Scratch?
Common alternatives include graze, score, mark, scratch off, rip.
What is the opposite of Scratch?
Opposite meanings include smooth, polish.
What words go with Scratch?
It commonly pairs with badly, absently, lightly, at, on, with, badly, absently, lightly, at, on, with, badly, absently, lightly, at, on, with.
What are common mistakes when using Scratch?
Confused with 'scrach' - misspelling. Using 'to scratch' without an object - should specify what is scratched. Mixing up with 'scrap' - they have different meanings.
How do you pronounce Scratch?
US: /["/skrætʃ/","/ˈskrætʃɪz/","/skrætʃt/","/ˈskrætʃɪŋ/"]/, UK: /["/skrætʃ/","/ˈskrætʃɪz/","/skrætʃt/","/ˈskrætʃɪŋ/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.
When should I use Scratch?
Use 'scratch' in both literal and figurative contexts. For example, you can scratch your arm or scratch an idea. It's generally informal but can be used in neutral contexts.
What CEFR level is Scratch?
"Scratch" is at B2 level on the CEFR scale.