How Do You Spell HATEABLE?

Pronunciation: [hˈe͡ɪtəbə͡l] (IPA)

The spelling of the word "hateable" may seem confusing at first glance. However, the word is pronounced as "hey-tuh-buhl" with the stress on the first syllable. The suffix "-able" can be added to many verbs to create an adjective meaning "capable of being [verb]ed". In the case of "hateable", it means "capable of being hated". Despite its irregular spelling, "hateable" is a valid English word that has been used since the early 1900s.

HATEABLE Meaning and Definition

  1. That may be hated.

    Etymological and pronouncing dictionary of the English language. By Stormonth, James, Phelp, P. H. Published 1874.

Common Misspellings for HATEABLE

Etymology of HATEABLE

The word "hateable" is formed by adding the suffix "-able" to the base word "hate". The suffix "-able" in English is derived from the Latin suffix "-abilis", which indicates the capability or possibility of something. In this case, it denotes the possibility of hating or being able to be hated.

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