How to Pronounce "impregnable"
word
ˌɪmˈpɹɛɡnəbəɫ
im-PREG-nuh-buhl
ɪmpɹˈɛɡnəbəl
im-PREG-nuh-buhl
Definition
Impossible to be captured, defeated, or broken into, often used to describe very strong buildings, defenses, or figuratively for things that cannot be overcome.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˌɪmˈpɹɛɡnəbəɫ
British English
ɪmpɹˈɛɡnəbəl
Simplified Pronunciation
US
im-PREG-nuh-buhl
UK
im-PREG-nuh-buhl
Listen in Context
The castle was impregnable.
Our defense was impregnable during the game.
The fortress looked impregnable from the outside.
With these walls, the city is practically impregnable.