How to Pronounce Unacceptable

To pronounce "unacceptable", say UN-acc-ept-abl-e — 5 syllables, IPA /ˌʌn.æk.ˈsɛp.tə.bl̩/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Letters

/ˌʌn.æk.ˈsɛp.tə.bl̩/

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💡 Tip for remembering “unacceptable

"unacceptable" has 5 syllables: un-acc-ept-abl-e. It rhymes with susceptible and perceptible, if that helps it stick.

What does unacceptable mean?

noun

  1. Something that is not acceptable.

adjective

  1. Unsatisfactory; not acceptable
  2. Not conforming to accepted usage

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How many syllables are in "unacceptable"?

"Unacceptable" has 5 syllables: un · acc · ept · abl · e.

What is the IPA transcription of "unacceptable"?

The IPA transcription of "unacceptable" is /ˌʌn.æk.ˈsɛp.tə.bl̩/.

What does "unacceptable" mean?

Unacceptable: Something that is not acceptable.

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