How to Pronounce Liability
Liability
,laɪə'bɪlɪti
Syllables:
li·a·bil·i·ty
Part of speech:
noun
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Definition
Liability means something that causes problems or makes a person responsible for something bad.
Examples
- Leaving the door open is a liability because someone might steal something.
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Words With Similar Sounds
Reliability
rɪˌl.aɪ.əˈbɪ.lɪ.ti
The reliability of the new system is impressive.
Availability
ə,veɪlə'bɪlɪti
Availability of resources is crucial for the project.
Compatibility
kəmˌpæt.əˈbɪ.lɪ.ti
The compatibility of the software with different devices is excellent.
Common Word Combinations
| Phrase | Type | Stress Pattern | Example |
|---|---|---|---|
| limited liability | collocation | LIMited liABIlity | Many small businesses opt for limited liability protection. |
| personal liability | collocation | perSONal liABIlity | He faces personal liability for the company's debts. |
| liability insurance | collocation | liABIlity inSURance | Liability insurance covers damages caused to others. |
| assume liability | collocation | asSUME liABIlity | The company will assume liability for any losses. |
Fun Fact
Liability comes from the Latin 'ligare,' meaning 'to bind,' reflecting how legal or financial obligations 'bind' a person or business to responsibility.
Word Family
noun
liability
A responsibility or something that causes problems or debt.
"The company has a liability to pay its debts on time."
adjective
liable
Responsible by law or likely to do something.
"He is liable for any damage caused in the accident."
adverb
liably
In a way that is responsible or likely to happen.
"This word is rarely used in everyday English, but you might say he acted liably in difficult situations."
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