How to Pronounce "pitiable"
word
ˈpɪtiəbəɫ
PIT-ee-uh-buhl
pˈɪtɪəbəl
PIT-ee-uh-buhl
Definition
Describes someone or something that makes you feel pity, usually because they are very sad, weak, or in a bad condition.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈpɪtiəbəɫ
British English
pˈɪtɪəbəl
Simplified Pronunciation
US
PIT-ee-uh-buhl
UK
PIT-ee-uh-buhl
Listen in Context
The injured bird looked pitiable in the rain.
His pitiable attempt to finish the race made everyone feel sorry for him.
We saw a pitiable dog searching for food.
It was a pitiable sight when the refugees arrived with nothing but hope.