How to Pronounce Sabbath

To pronounce "sabbath", say SABB-ath — 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

SABB-ath

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💡 Tip for remembering “sabbath”

"sabbath" has 2 syllables: sabb-ath. It rhymes with naboth, if that helps it stick.

What does sabbath mean?

noun

  1. Saturday, observed in Judaism and some Christian denominations as a day of rest and worship.
  2. Sunday, observed in most of Christianity as a day of rest and worship.

Synonyms

Sabbath year

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Words that rhyme with sabbath

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naboth

Related words

saturdayshabbatsaturdayssatrestsundayshabbosshabbath

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "sabbath"?▾

"Sabbath" has 2 syllables: sabb · ath.

What does "sabbath" mean?▾

Sabbath: Saturday, observed in Judaism and some Christian denominations as a day of rest and worship.

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