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recognisable

REH-kuh-neye-zuh-buhl

Recognisable (adj) means Able to be identified or known from previous experience; British spelling of "recognizable.". Example: “His voice is instantly recognisable on the radio.”

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Able to be identified or known from previous experience; British spelling of "recognizable."
"His voice is instantly recognisable on the radio."

How to use recognisable

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishEasy to identify because it looks or sounds familiar.

UK vs US

British English spelling; American English writes it "recognizable."

Common pairings
instantly recognisable barely recognisable

Word forms

more recognisable comparative, most recognisable superlative

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Etymology

From "recognise" plus the suffix "-able."

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Frequently asked questions

What does “recognisable” mean?

The word “recognisable” means able to be identified or known from previous experience; British spelling of "recognizable.". In plain terms, easy to identify because it looks or sounds familiar.

How do you pronounce “recognisable”?

“Recognisable” is pronounced REH-kuh-neye-zuh-buhl (/ˈɹɛkəɡnaɪzəbəl/ in IPA).

How do you use “recognisable” in a sentence?

Here is “recognisable” used in a sentence: “His voice is instantly recognisable on the radio.”

What is the opposite of “recognisable”?

The opposite of “recognisable” — its antonyms — is unrecognisable.

What part of speech is “recognisable”?

“Recognisable” is an adjective.

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