Proper Pronunciation Guide

demonstrable

[də mɑn strə bḷ]

Tips:

  • Stress the second syllable [mɑn].
  • Pronounce the first letter “e” and the letter “a” both as the weak schwa vowel
    /ə/.
  • The final unstressed syllable consists of
    /b/ and a “syllabic l”
    /ḷ/.

Practice Sentence:

 Unfortunately, the team has not made demonstrable progress on their project.

Definition:

  • (adjective) Capable of being “demonstrated,” shown, or proved; a significant amount or degree.

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