Pronunciation: [tˈand͡ʒəbə͡lnəs] (IPA) 
Tangibleness is spelled with the letter combination 'gi' in the middle, rather than the more common 'j' sound. This is because the word is derived from the adjective 'tangible', which comes from the Latin word 'tangere', meaning 'to touch'. The 'gi' combination produces a soft 'g' sound, like in the word 'giant'. The IPA phonetic transcription for tangibleness is /ˈtæn.dʒə.bl.nɪs/.
Tangibleness is a noun that refers to the quality or state of being tangible. It describes something that is physically perceptible, capable of being touched, or experienced through the senses. Tangibleness emphasizes the materiality or concreteness of an object or concept, indicating its existence in the physical world rather than being theoretical or abstract.
In terms of objects, tangibleness implies that they have a physical presence and are capable of being perceived in a tangible manner. For example, when we touch and hold a solid object such as a book, its tangibleness becomes evident as we can feel its weight, texture, and shape.
Beyond its applicability to physical objects, tangibleness can also be extended to non-material entities that can be measured or observed in some way. Emotions, for instance, may be intangible as abstract concepts, yet their manifestation through expressions, body language, or physiological responses can lend them a certain degree of tangibleness.
In a broader sense, tangibleness can also be associated with the comprehensibility or perceptibility of ideas, plans, or strategies. When an abstract idea is made tangible through clear explanations, visual aids, or practical demonstrations, it becomes easier for people to grasp and understand. In this context, tangibleness promotes effective communication and facilitates learning and comprehension.
Overall, tangibleness represents the quality of being real, perceptible, or experiential, either through physical interactions or cognitive understanding. It implies the presence of something in a tangible form that can be observed, felt, or comprehended by the senses.
The state or quality of being tangible.
Etymological and pronouncing dictionary of the English language. By Stormonth, James, Phelp, P. H. Published 1874.
The word "tangibleness" is derived from the adjective "tangible". "Tangible" comes from the Latin word "tangibilis", meaning "that which may be touched or handled". It is formed from the verb "tangere", which means "to touch". Therefore, "tangibleness" refers to the quality or state of being tangible, or having physical or concrete existence.
