Spanish word

compatible

Pronunciation

IPA/kompaˈtiβle/

Meaning

  • adjectivecompatible

Example

Tu plan no es compatible con mi horario.

Your plan is not compatible with my schedule.

Illustration for compatible (compatible)

More examples

Para una relación, es clave ser compatible con la otra persona.

For a relationship, it is key to be compatible with the other person.

Core concept

Interlocking gears turning smoothly.

Common phrases

  • ser compatible con alguien

    be compatible with someone

Similar words

afín: Shares similar qualities or interests, making a natural connection likely.
acorde: Matches a given rule, standard, or situation.
consonante: Shares matching sound or sense that produces harmony.

Definition in Spanish

Que se combina sin conflicto con otra persona, cosa o idea y permite la coexistencia.

Word origin

Derived from medieval Latin compatibilis, formed from com- 'together' and pati 'to endure', meaning capable of operating together.

Usage tips

  • The adjective has the same form for masculine and feminine (compatible) and adds -s for the plural (compatibles), so agreement is simple.

Other meanings

  • well suitedadjective
  • interoperableadjective

Opposites

Related words

  • compatibilidadcompatibilitynoun

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