English · Common Verbs
weigh
/weɪ/
[/weɪ/]
measure heaviness
Intermediateverb
Definition
To measure how heavy something is, or to have a particular weight.
Example
How much do you weigh?
How much do you weigh?
Etymology
From Old English 'wegan' (to carry, weigh).
How & Where It’s Used
Used at scales, shops, and for body weight; tricky spelling for learners.