countable

Word parts

count + -able

Pronunciation

• IPA ^(key): /ˈkaʊntəbəl/
• (US) IPA ^(key): [ˈkʰaʊn(ɾ)əbɫ̩]

• Audio (UK)

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• Hyphenation: count‧able

Adjective

Positive countable

Comparative none

Superlative none

1. If something is countable it can be counted. Also, since this is true, the number must not be infinite (without an end).
   • Antonyms: infinite and uncountable
2. (grammar) A countable noun is one you can use with a number (e.g., seven apples).

   In English, police is not countable, but police officer is.

   • Synonym: count

   • Antonyms: uncountable, non-count and mass