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plop

7 synonyms for plop, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.

Noun — A soft, dull sound like something dropping into water.

Synonyms

Less common

Still standard English, but they carry more weight.

Rare, literary or technical

Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.

plonk plump flump plunk plump down plunk down

Synonyms by Meaning

1. noun

A soft, dull sound like something dropping into water.

“The stone hit the pond with a plop.”

plank plonk plump flump plunk plump down plunk down

2. verb

To drop or fall with that kind of soft, heavy sound.

“She plopped down onto the sofa after work.”

How to use plop

The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.

plop down fall with a plop

Etymology

An imitative word, formed to copy the sound itself.

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Frequently asked questions

What does “plop” mean?
The word “plop” means a soft, dull sound like something dropping into water. In plain terms, a soft splashing or dropping sound, or the act of dropping something with that sound.
How do you pronounce “plop”?
“Plop” is pronounced plop (/plɑp/ in IPA).
How do you use “plop” in a sentence?
Here is “plop” used in a sentence: “The stone hit the pond with a plop.”
What part of speech is “plop”?
Depending on how it is used, “plop” can be a noun and a verb.
How many meanings does “plop” have?
“Plop” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a soft, dull sound like something dropping into water.

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