How to Pronounce "liable"
word
/ˈɫaɪəbəɫ/
LY-uh-buhl
/lˈaɪəbəl/
LY-uh-buhl
Definition
If someone is liable, they are legally responsible for something, especially damage or loss. It can also mean likely to do or experience something, often something unpleasant.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˈɫaɪəbəɫ/
British English
/lˈaɪəbəl/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
LY-uh-buhl
UK
LY-uh-buhl
Listen in Context
The company is liable for the damage.
Young children are liable to catch colds in winter.
If you break it, you may be liable for the cost.
He's liable to say yes if you ask nicely.