How to Pronounce Sobs

To pronounce "sobs", say SOBS — one syllable. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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💡 Tip for remembering “sobs”

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

What does sobs mean?

noun

  1. A cry with a short, sudden expulsion of breath.
  2. Sound of sob

verb

  1. To weep with convulsive gasps.
  2. To say (something) while sobbing.

    “"He doesn't love me!" she sobbed.”

verb

  1. To soak.

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Words that rhyme with sobs

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gobsswabslobsslobshobsheartthrobsblobscobsknobsmobsthrobsdaubs

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "sobs"?▾

"Sobs" has one syllable.

What does "sobs" mean?▾

Sobs: A cry with a short, sudden expulsion of breath.

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