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unavailable

Pronunciation: [ˌʌnəˈveɪləbl]

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Learn how to use unavailable in a sentence: 6 audio examples across 2 meanings.

Context: “accessibility”

(adjective) when something, like a person or a resource, cannot be reached or is not able to be used. If someone is busy or a resource is not in stock, they are unavailable.

Example

The teacher is currently unavailable for questions because she is preparing for her class.

Example

The items I wanted to buy were unavailable at the store, so I couldn't get them.

Example

Is the manager available to speak with me, or is he unavailable right now?

Context: “communication”

(adjective) when a person cannot be contacted or is not reachable. For example, if a friend is on vacation, they might be unavailable to talk.

Example

I sent her a message, but she is currently unavailable because she is on a trip.

Example

He was unavailable for the call, so I left a voicemail instead.

Example

Is Lisa still unavailable, or can I reach her now?

How to pronounce unavailable

Pronunciation: [ˌʌnəˈveɪləbl]

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