How to Pronounce Nimble

To pronounce "nimble", say NIMBL-e — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈnɪmbl̩/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

6

Letters

/ˈnɪmbl̩/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “nimble”

"nimble" has 2 syllables: nimbl-e. It rhymes with symbol and cymbal, if that helps it stick.

What does nimble mean?

adjective

  1. Adept at taking or grasping

    “nimble fingers”

  2. Quick and light in movement or action.

    “He was too nimble for the assailant and easily escaped his grasp.”

Antonyms

sluggish

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Words that rhyme with nimble

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symbolcymbalthimbletrimblekimblegimbelkimballkimbel

Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "nimble"?▾

"Nimble" has 2 syllables: nimbl · e.

What is the IPA transcription of "nimble"?▾

The IPA transcription of "nimble" is /ˈnɪmbl̩/.

What does "nimble" mean?▾

Nimble: Adept at taking or grasping

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