How to Pronounce "serviceable"
word
ˈsɝvəsəbəɫ
SUR-vuh-suh-buhl
sˈɜːvɪsəbəl
SUR-vis-uh-buhl
Definition
Something that is serviceable is good enough to be used for its purpose, though it may not be new or perfect. It is practical and works adequately.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈsɝvəsəbəɫ
British English
sˈɜːvɪsəbəl
Simplified Pronunciation
US
SUR-vuh-suh-buhl
UK
SUR-vis-uh-buhl
Listen in Context
These boots are old but still serviceable.
The old car is not pretty, but it is serviceable.
She gave me a serviceable pen to write with.
It's not fancy, but this jacket is perfectly serviceable for winter.