How to Pronounce "respectability"
word
ɹiˌspɛktəˈbɪɫɪti
ri-SPEK-tuh-BIL-i-tee
ɹɪspˌɛktəbˈɪlɪti
ri-SPEK-tuh-BIL-i-tee
Definition
Respectability means being considered proper, honest, and worthy of respect by society. It often refers to someone or something seen as respectable or having a good reputation.
IPA Transcription
American English
ɹiˌspɛktəˈbɪɫɪti
British English
ɹɪspˌɛktəbˈɪlɪti
Simplified Pronunciation
US
ri-SPEK-tuh-BIL-i-tee
UK
ri-SPEK-tuh-BIL-i-tee
Listen in Context
He wants to protect his family's respectability.
The company is known for its respectability.
She values respectability over money.
After years of hard work, he finally achieved respectability in his field.