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How do you spell Liable?

Correct spelling

liable

Think 'li-able' - you're able to be bound by responsibility.

Why is liable spelled this way?

From French lier, to bind. Someone liable is bound — responsibility that attaches legally or morally.

Common misspellings of liable

libelliabellibleliabul

Example

The company is liable for damages caused by their defective product.

Frequently asked questions

How do you spell liable?+
The correct spelling is "liable". Think 'li-able' - you're able to be bound by responsibility.
Is it libel or liable?+
The correct spelling is "liable", not "libel".

Other commonly misspelled words

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