Synonyms for

Kobe

Verb / ˈkəʊbeɪ / Another word for kobe — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Kobe is a name of a city in Japan and a shortened version of the name Kobe Bryant, a famous basketball player who passed away in 2020.

Synonyms & similar words

kobe GOAT

Synonyms by register

Formal

brittle fragile delicate

Informal

easily broken flimsy rickety

Literary

brash brittle shatterable

Antonyms

weak feeble frail delicate tender soft

Common collocations

  • kobe beef
  • kobe steak
  • kobe style
  • kobe bryant
  • kobe city
  • kobe earthquake

Word family

noun kobe

Usage note

Kobe most commonly refers to Kobe beef, a specific type of wagyu beef from the Tajima strain of Japanese cattle, raised in Hyogo Prefecture, Japan. It can also refer to Kobe Bryant, the famous basketball player, or the city of Kobe in Japan.

Example sentences

  1. Kobe Bryant was one of the greatest basketball players of all time.
  2. I love watching videos of Kobe's amazing dunks.
  3. Kobe's Mamba Mentality inspired me to work hard and never give up.
  4. Kobe Beef is a delicious type of meat from Japan.
  5. Kobe Shoes are very popular among basketball fans.

Quotes

  • I have nothing in common with lazy people who blame others for their lack of success. Great things come from hard work and perseverance. No excuses. - Kobe Bryant
  • I don't want to be the next Michael Jordan, I only want to be Kobe Bryant. - Kobe Bryant
  • The most important thing is to try and inspire people so that they can be great in whatever they want to do. - Kobe Bryant

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