How to Pronounce "ebb"
word
ˈɛb
EB
ˈɛb
EB
Definition
To move away from the land (like the sea during low tide), or to gradually decrease and become weaker (such as strength, feelings, or resources).
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈɛb
British English
ˈɛb
Simplified Pronunciation
US
EB
UK
EB
Listen in Context
The tide started to ebb in the evening.
His energy seemed to ebb after the long week.
At low ebb, the river reveals many rocks.
Her confidence is at a low ebb after the bad news.