How to Pronounce "acceptable"
word
/ækˈsɛptəbəɫ/
ak-SEP-tuh-buhl
/ɐksˈɛptəbəl/
ak-SEP-tuh-buhl
Definition
Something that is considered good enough or satisfactory in a certain situation. It means it meets the minimum standard or is allowed.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ækˈsɛptəbəɫ/
British English
/ɐksˈɛptəbəl/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
ak-SEP-tuh-buhl
UK
ak-SEP-tuh-buhl
Listen in Context
Your answer is acceptable.
The food is not great, but it's acceptable.
Is this solution acceptable to everyone?
We expect a higher standard, but what you did is still acceptable.