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compatible

kom-pah-TEE-bleh/kompaˈtiβle/

“compatible” means “compatible” in Spanish (able to exist or work together).

compatible

Also: consistent, harmonious
Two colorful puzzle pieces fitting perfectly together.

📝 In Action

Este cargador no es compatible con mi teléfono.

A2

This charger is not compatible with my phone.

Nuestros horarios de trabajo son compatibles.

B1

Our work schedules are compatible.

Su tipo de sangre es compatible para la transfusión.

B2

His blood type is compatible for the transfusion.

Word Connections

Synonyms

  • afín (similar/related)
  • acorde (in agreement)

Antonyms

  • incompatible (incompatible)

Common Collocations

  • compatible con – compatible with
  • ser compatible – to be compatible
  • totalmente compatible – fully compatible

Translate to Spanish

Words that translate to "compatible" in Spanish:

compatible→consistent→harmonious→

✏️ Quick Practice

Quick Quiz: compatible

Question 1 of 3

Which word always follows 'compatible' when connecting it to another object?

📚 More Resources

👥 Word Family▼
compatibilidad(compatibility) — Noun
incompatible(incompatible) — Adjective
compatibilizar(to make things work together) — Verb
🎵 Rhymes▼
posibleterribleincreíble
📚 Etymology▼

From the Latin word 'compatibilis,' which combines 'com' (together) and 'pati' (to suffer or endure). It originally meant 'to feel or endure together.'

First recorded: 17th century

Cognates (Related words)

French: compatibleItalian: compatibilePortuguese: compatível

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does 'compatible' change to 'compatibla' for feminine nouns?

No. Adjectives that end in -e, like 'compatible,' 'grande,' or 'inteligente,' stay the same for both masculine and feminine nouns.

Is 'compatible' used for blood types in Spanish?

Yes, just like in English. It is the standard word used in medical contexts to describe matching blood or organ types.

Can I use 'compatible' to describe a personality?

Absolutely. You can say 'Somos muy compatibles' (We are very compatible) to describe a harmonious relationship.