Oboe
4 lettersnounmoderateUpdated June 2026
Definition
A slender woodwind instrument with a conical bore and a double-reed mouthpiece, producing a distinctive penetrating tone.
“The haunting melody of the oboe opened the second movement of the symphony.”
Pronunciation
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/ˈoʊboʊ/
Syllables
o·boe
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Wordle
Three vowels in four letters including a double O, the OBO pattern is rare and memorable
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Worth 6 points, three vowels make it ideal for clearing a vowel-heavy rack
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