How to Pronounce Kerb

To pronounce "kerb", say KERB — one syllable, IPA /kɜːb/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Letters

/kɜːb/

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💡 Tip for remembering “kerb”

"kerb" is a single-syllable word — say it in one clean beat. It rhymes with superb and curb, if that helps it stick.

Sounds exactly like: curb — easy to mix up when writing.

What does kerb mean?

noun

  1. The edge between the pavement and the roadway, consisting of a line of kerbstones.
  2. A stone ring built to enclose and sometimes revet the cairn or barrow built over a chamber tomb.

verb

  1. To damage vehicle wheels or tyres by running into or over a pavement kerb.

Words that rhyme with kerb

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

superbcurbperturbdisturbblurbverbreverbherberbscherberbe

Related words

curbsidewalkboardwalkembankmentpavementdividercrawlerskirb

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "kerb"?▾

"Kerb" has one syllable.

What is the IPA transcription of "kerb"?▾

The IPA transcription of "kerb" is /kɜːb/.

What does "kerb" mean?▾

Kerb: The edge between the pavement and the roadway, consisting of a line of kerbstones.

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