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listenable

Intermediate (B1)

IPA: /ˈlɪsənəbl/

KK: /ˈlɪsənəbl/

adjective
Definition

Describing something that is pleasant or enjoyable to listen to.


Example

The podcast was so listenable that I finished all the episodes in one day.


Conversation
Sloth A
I just found this new band, and their music is really listenable.
Sloth B
Oh, nice! I love discovering new music.
Sloth A
Yeah, it's the kind of sound that just makes you feel good.
Sloth B
Exactly! I can't wait to give it a listen.

Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
enjoyable
pleasant
agreeable
Antonyms
unpleasant
disagreeable
harsh
Root Explanation

Listenable → It is formed from "listen" (from Old English *hlysnan*, meaning to hear) and "-able" (meaning capable of). The word "listenable" means capable of being heard or suitable for listening.

Memory Tip

Think of the word 'listen' which means to hear, and remember that 'listenable' describes something that is easy or suitable to hear.

Visually Confused Words
intenable
disenable
alienable
tenable
linable
licensable
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