Sb Meaning in English

word

US

ˌɛsˈbiː

es-BEE

UK

ˌɛsˈbiː

es-BEE

Definition

'Sb' is an abbreviation for 'somebody', used mainly in dictionaries, textbooks, and other written references instead of writing the whole word.

Usage & Nuances

'Sb' is not used in spoken English or informal writing; it's mainly for dictionary entries or learning resources. Don't use 'sb' in emails, essays, or conversation—write 'somebody' or use another suitable pronoun.

• Spanish: alguien
• Portuguese (BR): alguém
• Portuguese (PT): alguém
• Chinese (Simplified): 某人
• Chinese (Traditional): 某人
• Hindi: कोई व्यक्ति - कोई
• Arabic: شخص ما
• Bengali: কেউ (সংক্ষিপ্ত)
• Russian: кто-то (сокращение)
• Japanese: 誰か（省略形）
• Vietnamese: ai đó (viết tắt)
• Korean: 누군가(약어)
• Turkish: biri (kısaltma)
• Urdu: کوئی (مخفف)
• Indonesian: seseorang (singkatan)

Example Sentences

If sb calls, please take a message.

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Ask sb for help if you don't understand.

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Sb left their bag in the classroom.

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This symbol sb means 'somebody' in dictionary entries.

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You might see sb used instead of 'someone' in grammar books.

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Remember, only use sb when reading or writing notes from dictionaries.

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