How to Pronounce Culpable

To pronounce "culpable", say CULP-abl-e — 3 syllables, IPA /ˈkʌlpəbəl/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

8

Letters

/ˈkʌlpəbəl/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “culpable”

"culpable" has 3 syllables: culp-abl-e.

What does culpable mean?

adjective

  1. Meriting condemnation, censure or blame, especially as something wrong, harmful or injurious; blameworthy.

    “I am culpable for stealing your money.”

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Related words

blamefulblameableblamablecensurableblameworthyguiltyreprehensiblefraudulent

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "culpable"?▾

"Culpable" has 3 syllables: culp · abl · e.

What is the IPA transcription of "culpable"?▾

The IPA transcription of "culpable" is /ˈkʌlpəbəl/.

What does "culpable" mean?▾

Culpable: Meriting condemnation, censure or blame, especially as something wrong, harmful or injurious; blameworthy.

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