Learn the American English pronunciation of "tube" with simple phonetic spelling, IPA transcription, meaning, example sentences, and AI-powered pronunciation practice.
Pronunciation of "tube"
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Simple pronunciation
toob
IPA transcription
/tʰub̚/
Word frequency
4,084th
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What does "tube" mean?
1.a long, hollow cylinder usually made of metal, plastic, or glass, used to hold or carry liquids or gases
2.in common speech, a subway or underground train system
Examples of "tube" in a sentence
She uses a tube to squeeze out paint.
Please hand me the toothpaste tube.
The lab is testing a new type of tube.
How common is "tube"?
Tube is the 4,084th most common word in English.
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