How to pronounce imitable
Say it like IM-uh-tuh-bul. Imitable has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (IM).
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- IM
- uh
- tuh
- bul
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Imitable pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- IMSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- uhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- tuhKeep 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 imitable
- Americans usually soften the t in the middle into a quick d-like tap; British speakers keep a crisp t.
British respelling: IM-uh-tuh-bul.
What does imitable mean?
- Capable of being imitated or copied.
- Worthy of imitation.
Where does imitable come from?
From French imitable, from Latin imitābilis.
Questions about saying imitable
How do you pronounce imitable?
Say IM-uh-tuh-bul. The American pronunciation is /ˈɪmətəbəl/. In British English it is /ˈɪmətəbəl/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in imitable?
Imitable has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (IM). Broken into parts: IM · uh · tuh · bul.
Is imitable pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. Americans usually soften the t in the middle into a quick d-like tap; British speakers keep a crisp t. The British form is /ˈɪmətəbəl/ (IM-uh-tuh-bul).