How to Pronounce Edible

To pronounce "edible", say ED-ibl-e — 3 syllables, IPA /ˈɛdɪbl/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

6

Letters

/ˈɛdɪbl/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “edible”

"edible" has 3 syllables: ed-ibl-e. It rhymes with incredible and credible, if that helps it stick.

What does edible mean?

noun

  1. Anything edible.
  2. (marijuana) a foodstuff, usually a baked good, infused with tetrahydrocannabinol from cannabutter etc.

adjective

  1. That can be eaten without harm; innocuous to humans; suitable for consumption.

    “edible fruit”

  2. That can be eaten without disgust.

    “Although stale, the bread was edible.”

Synonyms

foodcomestibleeatableeatworthy

Antonyms

inedible

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Words that rhyme with edible

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

incrediblecredibleinediblebeddabledreadablespreadable

Related words

eatablecomestiblepabulumvictualkillablenontoxicnonpoisonousvictuals

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "edible"?▾

"Edible" has 3 syllables: ed · ibl · e.

What is the IPA transcription of "edible"?▾

The IPA transcription of "edible" is /ˈɛdɪbl/.

What does "edible" mean?▾

Edible: Anything edible.

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