How to Pronounce Viability

To pronounce "viability", say VIAB-il-ity — 3 syllables, IPA /ˌvaɪəˈbɪlɪti/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Letters

/ˌvaɪəˈbɪlɪti/

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💡 Tip for remembering “viability”

"viability" has 3 syllables: viab-il-ity. It rhymes with tranquility and capability, if that helps it stick.

What does viability mean?

noun

  1. The property of being viable; the ability to live or to succeed

Words that rhyme with viability

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

tranquilitycapabilityhostilityhumilityculpabilityfutilityvolatilityliabilitysusceptibilityvirilityfacilitysensibility

Related words

vitalityvigourvigordynamismsoliditylivelinessvibrancycapacity

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "viability"?▾

"Viability" has 3 syllables: viab · il · ity.

What is the IPA transcription of "viability"?▾

The IPA transcription of "viability" is /ˌvaɪəˈbɪlɪti/.

What does "viability" mean?▾

Viability: The property of being viable; the ability to live or to succeed

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