How to pronounce sensibly
Say it like SEN-suh-blee. Sensibly has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (SEN).
- SEN
- suh
- blee
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Sensibly pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- SENSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "e" in bed.
- suhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- bleeKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
American vs British pronunciation of sensibly
American and British speakers say sensibly in essentially the same way: /ˈsɛnsəbli/ in the US and /ˈsɛnsɪbli/ in the UK.
British respelling: SEN-sih-blee.
What does sensibly mean?
- In a sensible manner; in a way that shows good sense.
- In a way that can be sensed or noticed; perceptibly.
Where does sensibly come from?
From sensible + -ly.
Similar and opposite words
Similar meaning
- sanely
- reasonably
Words that rhyme with sensibly
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of sensibly.
Questions about saying sensibly
How do you pronounce sensibly?
Say SEN-suh-blee. The American pronunciation is /ˈsɛnsəbli/. In British English it is /ˈsɛnsɪbli/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in sensibly?
Sensibly has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (SEN). Broken into parts: SEN · suh · blee.
Do Americans and Brits say sensibly the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈsɛnsəbli/ and the British form is /ˈsɛnsɪbli/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.