sob

🇬🇧 UK/sɒb/🇺🇸 US
B2

Definitions

v.

To weep with convulsive gasps; to say something while crying uncontrollably.

啜泣,呜咽,哭诉

n.

A convulsive gasp or cry made while weeping.

啜泣声,呜咽声

🧩 Root Breakdown

Onomatopoeia
sobother
=sob

Example Sentences

  • 1.

    The child began to sob quietly after hearing the sad news.

  • 2.

    She heard a sob coming from behind the closed door.

  • 3.

    The grieving mother sobbed uncontrollably at the funeral.

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