English–German

“acceptable” in German

German

Pronunciation

IPA/akt͡sɛpˈtaːbl̩/

Example

Das Ergebnis ist akzeptabel.

The result is acceptable.

Illustration for akzeptabel (acceptable)

How to say “acceptable” in German

“Acceptable” in German is akzeptabel.

An item admitted past a quality checkpoint but not placed among the best.

Full entry for akzeptabel: usage tips, similar words and word origin

Example sentences with akzeptabel

Die Lösung ist wirtschaftlich akzeptabel, aber politisch umstritten.

The solution is economically acceptable, but politically controversial.

Tips for using akzeptabel

  • In everyday German, in Ordnung or okay often sounds more natural than akzeptabel in informal situations.

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