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How to Pronounce "inadvisable"

word

ˌɪnædˈvaɪzəbəɫ/, /ˌɪnədˈvaɪzəbəɫ
in-ad-VY-zuh-buhl
ɪnɐdvˈaɪzəbəl
in-ud-VY-zuh-buhl

Definition

Not recommended or not a good idea, usually because it could cause problems or is risky.

IPA Transcription

American English

ˌɪnædˈvaɪzəbəɫ/, /ˌɪnədˈvaɪzəbəɫ

British English

ɪnɐdvˈaɪzəbəl

Simplified Pronunciation

US

in-ad-VY-zuh-buhl

UK

in-ud-VY-zuh-buhl

Listen in Context

It is inadvisable to drive without a seatbelt.

Swimming after eating is often considered inadvisable.

It is inadvisable to ignore your doctor's advice.

Leaving your valuables in plain sight is pretty inadvisable.