How to Pronounce Preferable

To pronounce "preferable", say PREF-er-abl-e — 4 syllables, IPA /pɹəˈfɜːɹəb(ə)l/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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4

Syllables

10

Letters

/pɹəˈfɜːɹəb(ə)l/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “preferable”

"preferable" has 4 syllables: pref-er-abl-e.

What does preferable mean?

adjective

  1. Better than some other option; preferred.

Related words

preferreddesirablepreferentialpreferencepreferfavouritefavouredfavored

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "preferable"?▾

"Preferable" has 4 syllables: pref · er · abl · e.

What is the IPA transcription of "preferable"?▾

The IPA transcription of "preferable" is /pɹəˈfɜːɹəb(ə)l/.

What does "preferable" mean?▾

Preferable: Better than some other option; preferred.

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