How to pronounce Permeable?

The correct way to pronounce Permeable is [PUR-mee-uh-bul]. Emphasis is on the 2 syllable. To learn how to pronounce Permeable, listen and repeat:

What's the definition of Permeable?

Permeable – a material that allows liquids or gases to pass through it. It can also refer to ideas or information that can be easily absorbed or influenced. For example, certain soils are permeable, meaning water can flow through them. Permeable surfaces can help manage stormwater runoff in urban areas. The term can also relate to the permeability of membranes in biological systems, which allow substances to pass in and out of cells.

Examples of usage of Permeable

  1. The soil in this area is very permeable, which helps with drainage after heavy rainfall.
  2. This membrane is semi-permeable, allowing only certain substances to pass through.
  3. In urban planning, permeable pavements are used to reduce water runoff.
  4. Her ideas were so compelling that they were permeable to her critics, leading to a changed perspective.
  5. Scientists study the permeable nature of cell membranes to understand nutrient absorption.