How to Pronounce Accountable

To pronounce "accountable", say ACC-ount-abl-e — 4 syllables, IPA /ə.ˈkaʊn.tə.bəl/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

11

Letters

/ə.ˈkaʊn.tə.bəl/

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💡 Tip for remembering “accountable”

"accountable" has 4 syllables: acc-ount-abl-e. It rhymes with insurmountable and unaccountable, if that helps it stick.

What does accountable mean?

adjective

  1. Obliged, when called upon, to answer (for one’s deeds); answerable.

    “Every man is accountable to God for his conduct.”

  2. Obliged to keep accurate records (of property or funds).

Synonyms

amenableanswerableliableresponsible

Words that rhyme with accountable

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

insurmountableunaccountablecountablediscountablemountable

Related words

answerableresponsibleamenableresponsibilityliableaccountabilityempowerduty

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "accountable"?▾

"Accountable" has 4 syllables: acc · ount · abl · e.

What is the IPA transcription of "accountable"?▾

The IPA transcription of "accountable" is /ə.ˈkaʊn.tə.bəl/.

What does "accountable" mean?▾

Accountable: Obliged, when called upon, to answer (for one’s deeds); answerable.

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