How to Pronounce Robe

To pronounce "robe", say ROB-e — 2 syllables, IPA /ɹəʊb/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

4

Letters

/ɹəʊb/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “robe”

"robe" has 2 syllables: rob-e. It rhymes with probe and globe, if that helps it stick.

What does robe mean?

noun

  1. A long loose outer garment, often signifying honorary stature.
  2. The skin of an animal, especially the bison, dressed with the fur on, and used as a wrap.

verb

  1. To clothe; to dress.
  2. To put on official vestments.

Synonyms

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Words that rhyme with robe

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

probeglobewardrobestrobelobeshobemicrobejobetobeanaerobe

Related words

gownvestpallapparelnightgowngarmentclothingtoga

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "robe"?▾

"Robe" has 2 syllables: rob · e.

What is the IPA transcription of "robe"?▾

The IPA transcription of "robe" is /ɹəʊb/.

What does "robe" mean?▾

Robe: A long loose outer garment, often signifying honorary stature.

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