B1adjective 10K+

Audible

🇬🇧 UK //ˈɔː.dɪ.bəl// 🇺🇸 US //ˈɔː.də.bəl//

Meaning of Audible

Able to be heard.

In simple words: able to be heard

Audible in a sentence

• The music was barely audible over the noise of the crowd.
• Her voice was not audible from the back of the room.
• The announcement was audible to everyone in the station.
• He spoke in a soft voice, making his words barely audible.
• If you speak too softly, your words may not be audible.

How to use Audible

Use 'audible' when discussing sounds that can be heard. It's suitable in both spoken and written contexts but may sound more formal in casual conversation.

Grammar pattern

standalone adjective

Memory hint

Think of 'audio' - if something is audible, you can hear it.

Related words

Collocations with Audible

• barely audible
• clearly audible
• loud enough to be audible

Synonyms for Audible

• hearable
• discernible
• perceptible

Opposites of Audible

• inaudible

Common mistakes with Audible

• Confusing with 'hearable', which is less common.
• Using as a verb - 'audible' is only an adjective.
• Mixing up with 'audio', which refers to sound quality.

Frequently asked questions about Audible

What does Audible mean?

able to be heard

What is the definition of Audible?

Able to be heard.

How do you use Audible in a sentence?

The music was barely audible over the noise of the crowd.

Can you give another example of Audible?

Her voice was not audible from the back of the room.

What are synonyms for Audible?

Common alternatives include hearable, discernible, perceptible.

What is the opposite of Audible?

Opposite meanings include inaudible.

What words go with Audible?

It commonly pairs with barely audible, clearly audible, loud enough to be audible.

What are common mistakes when using Audible?

Confusing with 'hearable', which is less common. Using as a verb - 'audible' is only an adjective. Mixing up with 'audio', which refers to sound quality.

How do you pronounce Audible?

US: //ˈɔː.də.bəl//, UK: //ˈɔː.dɪ.bəl//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Audible?

Use 'audible' when discussing sounds that can be heard. It's suitable in both spoken and written contexts but may sound more formal in casual conversation.

What CEFR level is Audible?

"Audible" is at B1 level on the CEFR scale.