How to pronounce cognizable
Say it like KAHG-nih-zuh-bul. Cognizable has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (KAHG).
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- KAHG
- nih
- zuh
- bul
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Cognizable pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- KAHGSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ah" in father.
- nihKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- zuhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- bulKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of cognizable
- The short o is rounded in British English (as in "hot"), but open and unrounded in American English.
British respelling: KOG-nih-zuh-bul.
What does cognizable mean?
- Capable of being known or perceived.
- Within the jurisdiction of a particular court.
Where does cognizable come from?
From cognize + -able.
Questions about saying cognizable
How do you pronounce cognizable?
Say KAHG-nih-zuh-bul. The American pronunciation is /ˈkɑɡnɪzəbəl/. In British English it is /ˈkɒɡnɪzəbəl/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in cognizable?
Cognizable has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (KAHG). Broken into parts: KAHG · nih · zuh · bul.
Is cognizable pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. The short o is rounded in British English (as in "hot"), but open and unrounded in American English. The British form is /ˈkɒɡnɪzəbəl/ (KOG-nih-zuh-bul).