How to Pronounce Adverbs

To pronounce "adverbs", say ADV-erbs — 2 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

7

Letters

ADV-erbs

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💡 Tip for remembering “adverbs”

"adverbs" has 2 syllables: adv-erbs.

What does adverbs mean?

noun

  1. (grammar) A word that modifies a verb, adjective, other adverbs, or various other types of words, phrases, or clauses.

    “I often went outside hiking during my stay in Japan.”

verb

  1. To make into or become an adverb.

Synonyms

adverbialize

Related words

mannerqualifiersdescriptorsadverbialsadjunctsmodifiersintensifiersamplifiers

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "adverbs"?▾

"Adverbs" has 2 syllables: adv · erbs.

What does "adverbs" mean?▾

Adverbs: (grammar) A word that modifies a verb, adjective, other adverbs, or various other types of words, phrases, or clauses.

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