How to Pronounce "reliable"
word
/ɹiˈɫaɪəbəɫ/
ri-LY-uh-buhl
/ɹɪlˈaɪəbəl/
ri-LY-uh-buhl
Definition
If someone or something is reliable, you can trust them to do what is needed or expected, consistently and correctly. It is often used for people, information, machines, services, and methods.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ɹiˈɫaɪəbəɫ/
British English
/ɹɪlˈaɪəbəl/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
ri-LY-uh-buhl
UK
ri-LY-uh-buhl
Listen in Context
She is a reliable friend.
We need a reliable car for long trips.
This website gives reliable information.
If you want a reliable source, ask Maria—she always checks the facts first.