adjective Uncommon

southbound

SOWTH-bownd

Southbound (adjective) means traveling or leading toward the south. Example: “The southbound lanes of the highway were backed up for miles.”

adjective

Traveling or leading toward the south.

"The southbound lanes of the highway were backed up for miles."

How to use southbound

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishHeading south — used mainly for traffic, trains, and travel routes.

Common pairings

southbound traffic southbound train

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Etymology

From south + -bound (as in "heading toward").

Rhymes for southbound

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Frequently asked questions

What does “southbound” mean?

The word “southbound” means traveling or leading toward the south. In plain terms, heading south — used mainly for traffic, trains, and travel routes.

How do you pronounce “southbound”?

“Southbound” is pronounced SOWTH-bownd (/ˈsaʊθbaʊnd/ in IPA).

How do you use “southbound” in a sentence?

Here is “southbound” used in a sentence: “The southbound lanes of the highway were backed up for miles.”

What part of speech is “southbound”?

“Southbound” is an adjective.

Is “southbound” a common word?

“Southbound” is an uncommon word in modern English.