How to pronounce lovable
Say it like LUHV-uh-bul. Lovable has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (LUHV).
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- LUHV
- uh
- bul
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Lovable pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- LUHVSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "u" in cup.
- uhKeep 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 lovable
American and British speakers say lovable in essentially the same way: /ˈlʌvəbəl/ in the US and /ˈlʌvəbəl/ in the UK.
British respelling: LUHV-uh-bul.
What does lovable mean?
- Inspiring or deserving love or affection; adorable or cute.
Where does lovable come from?
From Middle English lovable, loveable, luffeabill, lufabul, equivalent to love + -able.
Similar and opposite words
Similar meaning
- loveable
Opposite meaning
Questions about saying lovable
How do you pronounce lovable?
Say LUHV-uh-bul. The American pronunciation is /ˈlʌvəbəl/. In British English it is /ˈlʌvəbəl/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in lovable?
Lovable has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (LUHV). Broken into parts: LUHV · uh · bul.
Do Americans and Brits say lovable the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈlʌvəbəl/ and the British form is /ˈlʌvəbəl/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.