How to pronounce nickable
Say it like NIK-uh-bul. Nickable has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (NIK).
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- NIK
- uh
- bul
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Nickable pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- NIKSay 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.
- bulKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of nickable
American and British speakers say nickable in essentially the same way: /ˈnɪkəbəl/ in the US and /ˈnɪkəbəl/ in the UK.
British respelling: NIK-uh-bul.
What does nickable mean?
- Capable of being nicked (given a small cut or clip).
- Liable to be stolen.
Where does nickable come from?
From nick + -able.
Words that rhyme with nickable
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of nickable.
Questions about saying nickable
How do you pronounce nickable?
Say NIK-uh-bul. The American pronunciation is /ˈnɪkəbəl/. In British English it is /ˈnɪkəbəl/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in nickable?
Nickable has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (NIK). Broken into parts: NIK · uh · bul.
Do Americans and Brits say nickable the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈnɪkəbəl/ and the British form is /ˈnɪkəbəl/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.