How to Pronounce Untenable

To pronounce "untenable", say UNT-en-abl-e — 4 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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UNT-en-abl-e

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💡 Tip for remembering “untenable”

"untenable" has 4 syllables: unt-en-abl-e. It rhymes with amenable and tenable, if that helps it stick.

What does untenable mean?

adjective

  1. Not able to be held, as of an opinion or position; unholdable, indefensible.

    “The theory of cold fusion was untenable.”

  2. Unfit for habitation

Antonyms

defensiblesustainabletenablehabitable

Words that rhyme with untenable

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

amenabletenablevenable

Related words

indefensibleunreasonableimpracticalimpracticableunfeasibleunsupportableunjustifiableunworkable

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "untenable"?▾

"Untenable" has 4 syllables: unt · en · abl · e.

What does "untenable" mean?▾

Untenable: Not able to be held, as of an opinion or position; unholdable, indefensible.

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