sound like

phrase

1

: to seem to be something when heard

You sound like you're tired.

That sounds (to me) like a good idea.

It sounds like thunder.

2

: to have a sound that is like the sound of (something else)

That kitten sounds like a human baby.

3

: to have a voice that is like the voice of (someone else)

I knew he must be your brother. He sounds just like you.

4

: to say something that is like what is commonly said by (someone else)

You sound just like your mother when you say that.

Examples of sound like in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

To him, the fears about Hong's chances against Tiffany in November sound like a repeat of those who pushed Hillary Clinton over Bernie Sanders in the 2016 presidential race. — ABC News, 6 Aug. 2026

The spaces, which sound like Rolls-Royce’s Private Offices, will be where customers are able to immerse themselves in the brand’s luxury capabilities. — Bryan Hood, Robb Report, 6 Aug. 2026

Simple on the surface Traffic control may sound like a commodity. — Gustaf Lundberg Toresson, Forbes.com, 6 Aug. 2026

To him, the fears about Hong’s chances against Tiffany in November sound like a repeat of those who pushed Hillary Clinton over Bernie Sanders in the 2016 presidential race. — Scott Bauer, Chicago Tribune, 6 Aug. 2026

Rhymes for sound like

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