sollozo means sob — a common term in Funny Words. Learn how it's used in a real-world example.
📅 Published: September 27, 2025
sollozo
noun • /[so-llo-ZO]/
sob
Example:
Un sollozo rompió el silencio.
A sob broke the silence.
🧠 What does sollozo mean?
Sollozo is a Spanish noun that means "sob." It refers to the act of crying with audible gasps or catches of the breath. Think of the shuddering sound someone makes when they're deeply upset and crying uncontrollably. It can evoke an image of someone's shoulders shaking as they weep.
📚 Extra examples
- Después de la película, se escuchó un sollozo en la sala.
After the movie, a sob was heard in the theater. - Ahogó un sollozo y trató de componerse.
They stifled a sob and tried to compose themselves. - Sus sollozos se convirtieron en un llanto desconsolado.
Their sobs turned into inconsolable crying. - Intentó hablar, pero los sollozos le impedían articular las palabras.
They tried to speak, but the sobs prevented them from forming words.
💡 Did You Know?
While 'sollozo' refers to the audible act of sobbing, the related word 'llanto' refers to the act of crying in general.
🔁 Synonyms & opposites of "sollozo"
Synonyms: llanto, gimoteo, quejido
Opposites: risa, carcajada
❓ FAQ
How do you say 'sob' in Spanish?
The Spanish word for 'sob' is 'sollozo.'
How do you pronounce 'sollozo' in Spanish?
Sollozo is pronounced so-YO-tho (IPA: /soˈʝoθo/) in Spain, and so-YO-so (IPA: /soˈʝoso/) in Latin America where the 'z' is pronounced as an 's'.
How do you use 'sollozo' in a sentence?
Here are some examples: 'Después de la película, se escuchó un sollozo en la sala' (After the movie, a sob was heard in the theater) or 'Ahogó un sollozo y trató de componerse' (They stifled a sob and tried to compose themselves).
What is the English translation of 'sollozo'?
The English translation of 'sollozo' is 'sob'.
Does 'sollozo' change for gender or number?
Yes, 'sollozo' can be pluralized to 'sollozos' to indicate multiple sobs. The word itself doesn't have a gender.
Is 'sollozo' common in everyday Spanish?
Yes, 'sollozo' is a common word used in everyday Spanish to describe the act of sobbing.
Does 'sollozo' have slang or double meanings?
No, 'sollozo' doesn't have any slang or double meanings. It's a straightforward way to describe the physical act of sobbing.
Is 'sollozo' used differently in Spain vs Latin America?
The main difference lies in pronunciation, as the 'z' is pronounced as a 'th' sound in Spain (/θ/) and as an 's' sound in Latin America (/s/). The meaning and usage remain the same.
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