How to Pronounce "receivable"
word
ɹɪˈsivəbəɫ
ri-SEE-vuh-buhl
ɹɪsˈiːvəbəl
ri-SEE-vuh-buhl
Definition
A sum of money that is owed to a company for goods or services provided, but has not yet been paid. Commonly used in accounting and business contexts.
IPA Transcription
American English
ɹɪˈsivəbəɫ
British English
ɹɪsˈiːvəbəl
Simplified Pronunciation
US
ri-SEE-vuh-buhl
UK
ri-SEE-vuh-buhl
Listen in Context
The company's receivable is listed in the balance sheet.
Each invoice becomes a receivable until it is paid.
Our total receivable this month is $10,000.
If a client doesn't pay, the receivable stays open on our books.