sob

How to Split "sob" into Syllables

The word sob is divided into 1 syllables: sob. Understanding this syllable division is essential for correct pronunciation and spelling.

📝 Syllable Breakdown

• sob — 1st syllable

🔊 Pronunciation Guide

The phonetic transcription of sob:

• IPA: /sɒb/

📖 Definitions

1. A cry with a short, sudden expulsion of breath.
2. sob (third-person singular simple present sobs, present participle sobbing, simple past and past participle sobbed)

📚 Word Origin & History

Clipping of English Sobei. From Middle English sobben, perhaps from Middle Low German sabben (“to drool, slobber, salivate”). Cognate with West Frisian sabje, sobje (“to suck”), Dutch zabben, sabbelen (“to suck”), zabberen (“to drool”), German Low German sabbeln, severn (“to drool”), German sabbern (“to drool, slobber”), Norwegian sabbe (“to spill, drop, make a mess”). Compare also Old English sēofian (“to lament”), German saufen (“to drink, swig”). See sop....

✓ Why Learn Syllable Division?

Understanding how to break down sob into syllables helps with:

• Correct pronunciation — Knowing syllable structure ensures accurate speech
• Improved spelling — Breaking words into chunks makes them easier to remember and write
• Reading fluency — Recognizing syllable patterns speeds up reading comprehension
• Poetry and lyrics — Syllable counting is essential for meter and rhythm
• Language learning — Non-native speakers benefit from syllable awareness

📊 Similar Words Comparison

Compare sob with related words to understand syllable patterns:

Word	Syllables	Division
sob	1	sob
skive	2	ski-ve
sysop	2	sy-sop
sweep	1	sweep
SBA	1	sba

🔗 Related Words

Explore syllable divisions of words related to sob:

sober, sobbing, sobering, sobriety, sobbingly, sobriquet.