Pronunciation

/səʊb/

Definitions

Noun

A sob is a:

1. A convulsive, audible泣泣声, usually of grief, sorrow, or intense emotion: “She couldn’t stop her sobs after hearing the news.”
2. A shallow, rapid breath between gasps: “He took a few deep sobs to regain control.”

Verb

To sob is the action of:

1. Crying uncontrollably: “She sobbed bitterly after losing her loved one.”
2. To breathe with short, irregular sobs: “He sobbed quietly as he read the letter.”

Adjective

• Describing a sound or quality: “a heart-wrenching sob”

Adverb

• Describing the manner of crying: “She sobbed violently.”

Phrases

• “Sobbing uncontrollably” depicts someone crying hard.
• “A stifled sob” indicates a quiet or suppressed cry.
• “Dry sobs” refer to shallow, gasping breaths without tears.

Example Sentences

• Noun: “Her sobs echoed through the empty room.”
• Verb: “The child sobbed bitterly after being separated from their mother.”
• Adjective: “His voice cracked with every sob.”
• Adverb: “She tried to stifle her sobs so as not to wake the baby.”

Synonyms

• Weeping
• Crying
• Gasping
• Wailing
• Sniffling (lighter sobbing)