How to Pronounce "tubes"
word
/ˈtubz/
toobz
/tjˈuːbz/
tyoobz
Definition
Tubes are long hollow objects, usually round, that let liquid, gas, wires, or other things pass through them. The word can also mean soft containers for products like toothpaste or paint.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˈtubz/
British English
/tjˈuːbz/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
toobz
UK
tyoobz
Listen in Context
The machine has two tubes for water.
She bought three tubes of toothpaste.
The lab keeps the samples in glass tubes.
We need to replace those old tubes before they start leaking.