How to Pronounce "comb through"
expression
ˈkoʊm/ /ˈθɹu
KOHM THROO
kˈəʊm/ /θɹˈuː
KUHM THROO
Definition
To search or examine something very carefully and thoroughly, usually looking for specific details or items.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈkoʊm/ /ˈθɹu
British English
kˈəʊm/ /θɹˈuː
Simplified Pronunciation
US
KOHM THROO
UK
KUHM THROO
Listen in Context
We need to comb through these documents for any mistakes.
The police combed through the area looking for clues.
She combed through the emails to find the message.
We've been combing through job applications all week.