How to Pronounce "swab"
word
/ˈswɑb/
swahb
/swˈɒb/
swob
Definition
A swab is a small piece of soft material, often on a stick, used for cleaning, applying substances, or collecting samples, especially in a medical context.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˈswɑb/
British English
/swˈɒb/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
swahb
UK
swob
Listen in Context
The nurse used a swab to clean the wound.
She took a throat swab during the check-up.
He dipped a swab into the antiseptic solution.
Can you get a COVID swab test today?