How to pronounce palatable
Say it like PAL-uh-tuh-bul. Palatable has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (PAL).
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- PAL
- uh
- tuh
- bul
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Palatable pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- PALSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "a" in cat.
- 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 palatable
- Americans usually soften the t in the middle into a quick d-like tap; British speakers keep a crisp t.
British respelling: PAL-uh-tuh-bul.
What does palatable mean?
- Pleasing to the taste, tasty.“For some instant noodles make a palatable, if not especially nutritious, meal.”
- Tolerable, acceptable.“The agreement was palatable to both of them.”
Where does palatable come from?
From palate + -able.
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Questions about saying palatable
How do you pronounce palatable?
Say PAL-uh-tuh-bul. The American pronunciation is /ˈpælətəbəl/. In British English it is /ˈpælətəbəl/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in palatable?
Palatable has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (PAL). Broken into parts: PAL · uh · tuh · bul.
Is palatable 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 /ˈpælətəbəl/ (PAL-uh-tuh-bul).