stable

/ˈsteɪbəl/

Syllables sta·ble

Stress STA-ble

Phonics Breakdown

sta

/steɪ/

long a_e

ble

/bəl/

-le syllable

Meaning

firm, steady, not changing easily; a building for horses

Sound Reference

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sta=/steɪ/(stay) + ble=/bəl/(table)

Example

The bridge is stable and safe to cross.