sob
/sɒb/ · /sɑːb/
CEFR level B2Topic EmotionWord #3407 in the learning path
抽泣；啜泣
Definitions
v. to cry with short, sudden breaths
抽泣；啜泣
n. a short, broken breath or sound made while crying
抽泣声；啜泣
Example
The child began to sob after losing her toy.
孩子丢了玩具后开始抽泣。
Children may sob when separated from caregivers, so schools should provide gentle support during transitions.
儿童与照顾者分开时可能会抽泣，因此学校应在适应阶段给予温和的支持。
Collocations
- sob quietly
- uncontrollable sobs
- between sobs
Word family
- sobbing (n.)
Synonyms
- cry
- weep
Usage tip
过去式sobbed，进行式sobbing，均双写b。
FAQ
- What does sob mean?
- to cry with short, sudden breaths a short, broken breath or sound made while crying
- How is sob pronounced?
- UK /sɒb/, US /sɑːb/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
