How to Pronounce Snob

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

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Syllable

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Letters

/snɒb/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “snob”

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

What does snob mean?

noun

  1. A person who wishes to be seen as a member of the upper classes and who looks down on those perceived to have inferior or unrefined tastes.
  2. A cobbler or shoemaker.

Synonyms

cad

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Words that rhyme with snob

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

bobjobthrobdaubsquabsobhobnobknobcobhobglobslob

Related words

prigsnotsnootelitistfawnerhighbrowvulgarianaverage

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "snob"?▾

"Snob" has one syllable.

What is the IPA transcription of "snob"?▾

The IPA transcription of "snob" is /snɒb/.

What does "snob" mean?▾

Snob: A person who wishes to be seen as a member of the upper classes and who looks down on those perceived to have inferior or unrefined tastes.

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