How to Pronounce Tab

To pronounce "tab", say TAB — one syllable, IPA /tæb/. 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

/tæb/

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💡 Tip for remembering “tab”

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

Sounds exactly like: tabb — easy to mix up when writing.

What does tab mean?

noun

  1. A small flap or strip of material attached to something, for holding, manipulation, identification, opening etc.
  2. An ear.

verb

  1. To affix with tabs; to label.

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Words that rhyme with tab

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

drabslabstabdabgrabcrabgabcababnabfabflab

Related words

chitchecksheetbevelflangebillcottertable

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "tab"?▾

"Tab" has one syllable.

What is the IPA transcription of "tab"?▾

The IPA transcription of "tab" is /tæb/.

What does "tab" mean?▾

Tab: A small flap or strip of material attached to something, for holding, manipulation, identification, opening etc.

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