Dictionary-enhanced word family
Word Forms of “Rob”
To steal money or things from someone, often using force or weapons.
Word Family of Rob
How to Use Each Word Form in a Sentence
- The bank was robbed by masked criminals last night. B1
- Someone robbed him of his wallet at the train station. B1
- The government was robbing citizens of their rights. B2
Word Form Patterns for Rob
-er
Adds **-er** to make a noun for a person or thing that performs the action. Example: rob → robber.
Origin and Word Formation of Rob
From Old French rober; Germanic origin, related to robbery and robber.
Famous in literature with figures like Robin Hood, who robbed the rich to help the poor.
Frequently Asked Questions About Word Forms of Rob
What are the word forms of “rob”?
The confirmed forms are shown in the word family cards above. Missing parts of speech are hidden instead of filled with placeholder text.
What part of speech is “rob”?
“rob” is primarily a verb. Some forms above show how the same root works as other parts of speech.
Where does “rob” come from?
From Old French rober; Germanic origin, related to robbery and robber.