How to Pronounce Permissible

To pronounce "permissible", say PERM-iss-ibl-e — 4 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

11

Letters

PERM-iss-ibl-e

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💡 Tip for remembering “permissible”

"permissible" has 4 syllables: perm-iss-ibl-e. It rhymes with inexplicable and impermissible, if that helps it stick.

What does permissible mean?

adjective

  1. Permitted.

Synonyms

allowable

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Words that rhyme with permissible

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inexplicableimpermissiblemiscibleimmiscibleindivisibleinadmissibleadmissible

Related words

permittedadmissibleallowabletolerablesufferableallowedauthorizedaccepted

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "permissible"?▾

"Permissible" has 4 syllables: perm · iss · ibl · e.

What does "permissible" mean?▾

Permissible: Permitted.

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