How to Pronounce Verbs

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

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Letters

VERBS

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💡 Tip for remembering “verbs”

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

What does verbs mean?

noun

  1. (grammar) A word that indicates an action, event, or state.

    “The word “speak” is an English verb.”

  2. Any word; a vocable.

verb

  1. To use any word that is not, or had not been a verb (especially a noun) as if it were a verb.
  2. (used as a neutral, unspecific verb) To perform any action that is normally expressed by a verb.

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Words that rhyme with verbs

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 "verbs"?▾

"Verbs" has one syllable.

What does "verbs" mean?▾

Verbs: (grammar) A word that indicates an action, event, or state.

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