How to Pronounce Impermissible

To pronounce "impermissible", say IMP-erm-iss-ibl-e — 5 syllables, IPA /ˌɪmpɝˈmɪsɪbl/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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5

Syllables

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Letters

/ˌɪmpɝˈmɪsɪbl/

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💡 Tip for remembering “impermissible”

"impermissible" has 5 syllables: imp-erm-iss-ibl-e. It rhymes with inexplicable and permissible, if that helps it stick.

What does impermissible mean?

adjective

  1. Not permissible; not to be permitted or allowed

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Words that rhyme with impermissible

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inexplicablepermissiblemiscibleimmiscibleindivisibleinadmissibleadmissible

Related words

inadmissibleforbiddenprohibiteduntouchableunmentionabletabootabuout

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "impermissible"?▾

"Impermissible" has 5 syllables: imp · erm · iss · ibl · e.

What is the IPA transcription of "impermissible"?▾

The IPA transcription of "impermissible" is /ˌɪmpɝˈmɪsɪbl/.

What does "impermissible" mean?▾

Impermissible: Not permissible; not to be permitted or allowed

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