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Audible

UK //ˈɔː.dɪ.bəl//US //ˈɔː.də.bəl//

Definition

Able to be heard.

In simple words: able to be heard

Examples

  • 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.

Usage notes

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.

Collocations

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

Synonyms

  • hearable
  • discernible
  • perceptible

Antonyms

  • inaudible

Common mistakes

  • 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.