How to pronounce lockable
Say it like LAW-kuh-bul. Lockable has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (LAW).
- LAW
- kuh
- bul
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Lockable pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- LAWSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "aw" in law.
- kuhKeep 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 lockable
American and British speakers say lockable in essentially the same way: /ˈlɔkəbəl/ in the US and /ˈlɔːkəbəl/ in the UK.
British respelling: LAW-kuh-bul.
What does lockable mean?
- Capable of being locked.
Where does lockable come from?
From lock + -able.
Similar and opposite words
Opposite meaning
- unlockable
Words that rhyme with lockable
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of lockable.
Questions about saying lockable
How do you pronounce lockable?
Say LAW-kuh-bul. The American pronunciation is /ˈlɔkəbəl/. In British English it is /ˈlɔːkəbəl/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in lockable?
Lockable has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (LAW). Broken into parts: LAW · kuh · bul.
Do Americans and Brits say lockable the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈlɔkəbəl/ and the British form is /ˈlɔːkəbəl/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.