How to Pronounce Sombre

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

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2

Syllables

6

Letters

/ˈsɒmbə/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “sombre”

"sombre" has 2 syllables: sombr-e. It rhymes with somber and macomber, if that helps it stick.

What does sombre mean?

noun

  1. Gloom; obscurity; duskiness.

verb

  1. To make sombre or dark; to make shady.

adjective

  1. Dark; gloomy; shadowy, dimly lit.
  2. Dull or dark in colour or brightness.

Synonyms

diredismaldrearymelancholy

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Words that rhyme with sombre

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sombermacombermcomber

Related words

sombercheerlessdrabcolourlessuncheerfulsobercolorlessgloomy

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "sombre"?▾

"Sombre" has 2 syllables: sombr · e.

What is the IPA transcription of "sombre"?▾

The IPA transcription of "sombre" is /ˈsɒmbə/.

What does "sombre" mean?▾

Sombre: Gloom; obscurity; duskiness.

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