How to Pronounce "swabs"
word
ˈswɑbz
SWAHBZ
swˈɒbz
SWOBZ
Definition
Small sticks with absorbent material at one end, used for cleaning, applying medicine, or collecting samples (such as in medical tests).
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈswɑbz
British English
swˈɒbz
Simplified Pronunciation
US
SWAHBZ
UK
SWOBZ
Listen in Context
The nurse collected two swabs for testing.
Use clean swabs to clean your ear.
Doctors take swabs from your mouth during a checkup.
Can you bring a few extra swabs in case we run out?