How to pronounce arguable
Say it like AR-ghyoo-ubl. Arguable has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (AR).
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- AR
- ghyoo
- ubl
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Arguable pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- ARSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ah" in father.
- ghyooKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "oo" in food.
- ublKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of arguable
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: AH-ghyoo-ubl.
What does arguable mean?
- That can be argued; that can be proven or strongly supported with sound logical deduction, precedent, and evidence.
- Open to doubt, argument or debate.
Where does arguable come from?
From argue + -able.
Questions about saying arguable
How do you pronounce arguable?
Say AR-ghyoo-ubl. The American pronunciation is /ˈɑrɡjuəbl/. In British English it is /ˈɑːɡjuəbl/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in arguable?
Arguable has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (AR). Broken into parts: AR · ghyoo · ubl.
Is arguable pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead. The British form is /ˈɑːɡjuəbl/ (AH-ghyoo-ubl).