Adjective
/mau̇t/
The term “-mouthed” is a combining form used in English to describe someone who has a certain type of mouth or manner of speaking. It is often used to denote a characteristic that is exaggerated or distinctive. It is a less frequent compound and is more often found in written contexts than in oral speech.
Translation: Ella es conocida por sus comentarios exagerados durante las reuniones.
The -mouthed cat seemed to enjoy watching the birds outside.
Translation: El gato de boca grande parecía disfrutar mirando a los pájaros afuera.
His -mouthed expressions made it clear that he was not pleased.
The suffix "-mouthed" often appears in various idiomatic expressions, typically to convey exaggerated or distinctive ways of speaking.
Translation: Él es un chismoso de boca grande que ama compartir secretos.
She had a loose-mouthed reputation, often letting private information slip.
Translation: Tenía una reputación de boca suelta, a menudo dejando escapar información privada.
The iron-mouthed spokesperson delivered the company's message boldly.
Translation: El portavoz de voz firme transmitió el mensaje de la empresa con valentía.
Although he is generally small-mouthed, he surprised everyone with his loud opinions yesterday.
The suffix "-mouthed" originates from the word "mouth," which comes from Old English "muð," meaning "opening, or orifice." The combining form indicates a characteristic related to the mouth and is used in various contexts to imply a particular manner of speaking or quality.