Hypobromous acid, also known as bromous acid, is a chemical compound composed of hydrogen, bromine, and oxygen. Synonymous terms for hypobromous acid are few, since this term is commonly used and recognized in scientific communities. Nevertheless, it can sometimes be referred to as hydrogen bromate (I), which signifies its composition of hydrogen ions and bromate ions. Another related term is bromine hydroxide, reflecting the presence of hydroxide ions in the formula. These synonyms may be used interchangeably in specialized fields where hypobromous acid is extensively studied, such as chemistry and biochemistry. Overall, while there are a few synonymous terms, hypobromous acid remains the widely accepted and recognized name.