How Do You Spell BEHOOVABLE?
Pronunciation: [bɪhˈuːvəbə͡l] (IPA) 
Correct spelling for the English word "Behoovable" is [bɪhˈuːvəbə͡l], [bɪhˈuːvəbəl], [b_ɪ_h_ˈuː_v_ə_b_əl] (IPA phonetic alphabet).
Pronunciation: [bɪhˈuːvəbə͡l] (IPA)
Correct spelling for the English word "Behoovable" is [bɪhˈuːvəbə͡l], [bɪhˈuːvəbəl], [b_ɪ_h_ˈuː_v_ə_b_əl] (IPA phonetic alphabet).
Behoovable is a rare, archaic adjective that derives from the Old English word "behofian," meaning "to be necessary or beneficial." It is used to describe something that is fit, appropriate, or advantageous in a given situation. The term denotes an essential or obligatory quality, suggesting that a certain action or behavior is required or advisable for a particular purpose or circumstance.
When something is behoovable, it implies that it is morally, ethically, or practically right, and that it should be done or followed. It signifies a sense of duty, obligation, or responsibility towards a specific person, situation, or goal. The concept of behoovable carries a connotation of accountability or dependency, suggesting that fulfilling the related requirements or expectations can lead to favorable outcomes or prevent negative consequences.
The usage of behoovable has become quite rare in modern English, but it was commonly employed during Middle English and Early Modern English periods. In contemporary language, synonyms like necessary, advisable, appropriate, obligatory, or incumbent may be used instead to convey a similar meaning. Despite its obscurity, behoovable still retains its historical significance and can be encountered in certain literary works or legal texts, contributing a distinct, archaic charm to the language.
