Dictionary-enhanced word family
Word Forms of “Tooth”
One of the hard pieces inside your mouth used for eating and chewing.
Word Family of Tooth
What is the noun of tooth? — tooth, teeth
How to Use Each Word Form in a Sentence
- My baby tooth is loose. A1
- The dentist examined my tooth carefully. A1
- You should brush each tooth twice a day. A2
Origin and Word Formation of Tooth
Old English 'tōþ', from Proto-Germanic *tanþaz, related to 'tooth' across Germanic languages.
Tooth loss is a common health concern worldwide. Baby teeth fall out naturally as permanent teeth grow.
Common Word Form Mistakes with Tooth
Wrong: The tooth are white.
Correct: The teeth are white.
Subject-verb agreement: plural 'teeth' requires plural 'are' verb.
Frequently Asked Questions About Word Forms of Tooth
What are the word forms of “tooth”?
The confirmed forms are shown in the word family cards above. Missing parts of speech are hidden instead of filled with placeholder text.
What part of speech is “tooth”?
“tooth” is primarily a noun. Some forms above show how the same root works as other parts of speech.
Where does “tooth” come from?
Old English 'tōþ', from Proto-Germanic *tanþaz, related to 'tooth' across Germanic languages.