How Do You Spell ROBBE?

Pronunciation: [ɹˈɒb] (IPA)

The word "robbe" is spelled with a double "b" and its IPA phonetic transcription is ˈrɒbə. The doubled "b" indicates a short vowel sound followed immediately by a consonant, which is a common pattern in English spelling. The word "robbe" is a variant spelling of the word "robe" which means a long, loose outer garment. While uncommon, the spelling "robbe" is sometimes seen in historical texts or used as an intentional archaic spelling.

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Etymology of ROBBE

The etymology of the word "robbe" can be traced back to the Old English word "rob", which means "to rob, plunder, or take by force". This Old English term has its roots in the Old Norse word "raufa", meaning "to rob" or "to plunder". Over time, the word "rob" evolved to "robbe" in Middle English, and it has since retained its meaning of unlawfully taking someone's belongings or property.