How to Pronounce Inoperable

To pronounce "inoperable", say IN-op-er-abl-e — 5 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Letters

IN-op-er-abl-e

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💡 Tip for remembering “inoperable”

"inoperable" has 5 syllables: in-op-er-abl-e. It rhymes with operable, if that helps it stick.

What does inoperable mean?

adjective

  1. Incapable of being successfully surgically operated on.
  2. Incapable of operation or function; inoperative.

Words that rhyme with inoperable

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

operable

Related words

unserviceableunusableunavailableunworkableimpracticalimpracticableunfeasibleunviable

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How many syllables are in "inoperable"?▾

"Inoperable" has 5 syllables: in · op · er · abl · e.

What does "inoperable" mean?▾

Inoperable: Incapable of being successfully surgically operated on.

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