How to Pronounce Sensible

To pronounce "sensible", say SENS-ibl-e — 3 syllables, IPA /ˈsen.sə.bl̩/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

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Letters

/ˈsen.sə.bl̩/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “sensible”

"sensible" has 3 syllables: sens-ibl-e. It rhymes with ostensible and indispensable, if that helps it stick.

What does sensible mean?

noun

  1. Sensation; sensibility.
  2. That which impresses itself on the senses; anything perceptible.

adjective

  1. Perceptible by the senses.
  2. Easily perceived; appreciable.

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Words that rhyme with sensible

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ostensibleindispensableincomprehensibleinsensiblecomprehensiblereprehensibleindispensibledispensableindefensibledefensibletensiblecompensable

Related words

wisecommonsensecommonsensicalcommonsensibleprudentreasonablejudiciouswell-founded

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "sensible"?▾

"Sensible" has 3 syllables: sens · ibl · e.

What is the IPA transcription of "sensible"?▾

The IPA transcription of "sensible" is /ˈsen.sə.bl̩/.

What does "sensible" mean?▾

Sensible: Sensation; sensibility.

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