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French word
compatible
Pronunciation
IPA/kɔ̃patibl/
Meaning
- adjectivecompatible
Example
Ces appareils sont compatibles avec ce logiciel.
These devices are compatible with this software.
More examples
Ce téléphone est compatible avec les réseaux 5G.
This phone is compatible with 5G networks.
Core concept
Different elements work side by side because nothing in one conflicts with the other.
Common phrases
compatible avec
compatible with
logiciel compatible
compatible software
Similar words
adapté: Suited to a particular use or set of conditions.
approprié: Suitable and appropriate for a particular situation or purpose.
Definition in French
Qui convient ou s'accorde avec une personne, un goût ou un comportement sans provoquer de contradiction.
Word origin
French compatible developed from Latin compatibilis, related to compatiri, 'to endure together', and later applied to technical systems as well as human relationships.
Usage tips
- For people, compatible sounds somewhat formal in everyday French; bien s'entendre is often more natural.
Other meanings
- consistentadjective
Opposites
- incompatibleincompatibleadjective
Related words
- compatibilitécompatibilitynoun
- compatibilisermake compatibleverb