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inaudible

Inaudible (adjective) means Too quiet to be heard. Example: “His mumbled reply was almost inaudible over the noise of the crowd.”

adjective
1
Too quiet to be heard.
"His mumbled reply was almost inaudible over the noise of the crowd."

How to use inaudible

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishCan't be heard — either impossible or just too faint.

Common pairings
barely inaudible inaudible whisper

Word forms

more inaudible comparative, most inaudible superlative

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Etymology

From in- plus audible.

unhearable

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Frequently asked questions

What does “inaudible” mean?

The word “inaudible” means too quiet to be heard. In plain terms, can't be heard — either impossible or just too faint.

How do you use “inaudible” in a sentence?

Here is “inaudible” used in a sentence: “His mumbled reply was almost inaudible over the noise of the crowd.”

What part of speech is “inaudible”?

“Inaudible” is an adjective.

What is the meaning of inaudible?

"inaudible" (adjective) means too quiet to be heard.

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