How to Pronounce Swab

To pronounce "swab", say SWAB — one syllable, IPA /swɒb/. 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

/swɒb/

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💡 Tip for remembering “swab”

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

What does swab mean?

noun

  1. A small piece of soft, absorbent material, such as gauze, used to clean wounds, apply medicine, or take samples of body fluids. Often attached to a stick or wire to aid access.
  2. A sample taken with a swab (piece of absorbent material).

verb

  1. To use a swab on something, or clean something with a swab.

    “swab the deck of a ship”

Synonyms

swabby

Words that rhyme with swab

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

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Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "swab"?▾

"Swab" has one syllable.

What is the IPA transcription of "swab"?▾

The IPA transcription of "swab" is /swɒb/.

What does "swab" mean?▾

Swab: A small piece of soft, absorbent material, such as gauze, used to clean wounds, apply medicine, or take samples of body fluids. Often attached to a stick or wire to aid access.

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