snore
Elementary (A2)
IPA: /snɔːr/
KK: /snɔr/
intransitive verb
Definition
To make loud breathing noises while sleeping, often due to the vibration of the throat.
Example
He tends to snore loudly when he sleeps on his back.
Tense Forms
Past: snored
Past Participle: snored
Conversation
Did you hear Mike snore last night?
Yes, it was so loud!
I couldn't believe it; I thought he was going to wake everyone up.
Right? I guess he really needs to work on that!
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
snort
grumble
guffaw
Antonyms
whisper
murmur
speak
noun
Definition
The sound made when someone breathes noisily while sleeping.
Example
His loud snore kept everyone awake during the night.
Conversation
Did you hear that loud snore last night?
Yeah, it sounded like a bear was in the room!
I couldn't believe how loud it was; I've never heard a snore like that before.
Root Explanation
The word 'snore' originates from Middle English 'snoren', which is derived from Old English 'snōrian', meaning to breathe heavily while sleeping. It describes the sound made during heavy breathing in sleep.
Memory Tip
Think of the heavy breathing that happens while someone is asleep — that's what 'snore' means.
Visually Confused Words
sore
swore
store
spore
sorex
soree
snoke
snoek