How to Pronounce Usability

To pronounce "usability", say US-ab-il-ity — 4 syllables, IPA /ˌjuːzəˈbɪlɪti/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

usability

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Syllables

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Letters

/ˌjuːzəˈbɪlɪti/

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💡 Tip for remembering “usability”

"usability" has 4 syllables: us-ab-il-ity.

What does usability mean?

noun

  1. The state or condition of being usable.
  2. The degree to which an object, device, software application, etc. is easy to use with no specific training.

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Related words

utilityusefulnessavailabilityoperabilityuser-friendlinessuseutilizationoperationalization

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "usability"?▾

"Usability" has 4 syllables: us · ab · il · ity.

What is the IPA transcription of "usability"?▾

The IPA transcription of "usability" is /ˌjuːzəˈbɪlɪti/.

What does "usability" mean?▾

Usability: The state or condition of being usable.

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