inaceptable
“inaceptable” means “unacceptable” in Spanish (General use regarding behavior, conditions, or situations.).
unacceptable
Also: unbearable, not okay
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Tu comportamiento en la escuela fue inaceptable.
A2Your behavior at school was unacceptable.
Es inaceptable que los precios suban tanto.
B1It is unacceptable that prices are rising so much.
Trabajar sin descanso es una condición inaceptable.
B2Working without rest is an unacceptable condition.
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Formed by adding the prefix 'in-' (meaning 'not') to the word 'aceptable' (acceptable), which comes from the Latin 'acceptabilis'.
First recorded: 17th century
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is 'inaceptable' too formal for daily conversation?
Not at all. While it sounds serious, it is used frequently in families, schools, and offices to set boundaries or express that something is not okay.
Can I use 'estar' with 'inaceptable'?
It is very rare. We almost always use 'ser' because we are categorizing the behavior or situation itself.
Does it have a plural form?
Yes! Just add -s to the end: 'inaceptables'. For example: 'Sus excusas son inaceptables' (Their excuses are unacceptable).