inexplicable

in-eks-plee-KAH-blehinekspliˈkable

“inexplicable” means “inexplicable” in Spanish (something that cannot be explained).

inexplicable

Also: unexplainable, unaccountable

Adjectivem or fB1

A glowing purple stone floating in mid-air above a stone pedestal in a lush green garden.

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Fue un error inexplicable.

It was an inexplicable error.

Siento una alegría inexplicable hoy.

I feel an unexplainable joy today.

La desaparición de las llaves es inexplicable.

The disappearance of the keys is inexplicable.

Word Connections

Synonyms

incomprensible (incomprehensible)
misterioso (mysterious)

Antonyms

explicable (explainable)
lógico (logical)

Common Collocations

por razones inexplicables – for inexplicable reasons
un fenómeno inexplicable – an inexplicable phenomenon
de forma inexplicable – in an inexplicable way

Translate to Spanish

Words that translate to "inexplicable" in Spanish:

inexplicable→unaccountable→unexplainable→

✏️ Quick Practice

Quick Quiz: inexplicable

Question 1 of 3

Which of these is the correct way to describe a strange reason ('una razón')?

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👥 Word Family▼

explicar(to explain) — Verb

explicación(explanation) — Noun

explicable(explainable) — Adjective

🎵 Rhymes▼

amable saludable formidable

📚 Etymology▼

From the Latin word 'inexplicabilis,' which breaks down into 'in-' (not) and 'explicabilis' (that can be unfolded or explained). Imagine trying to unfold a very messy map—if you can't, it's 'inexplicable'!

First recorded: 15th century

Cognates (Related words)

French: inexplicableItalian: inesplicabileEnglish: inexplicable

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does 'inexplicable' change when talking about multiple things?

Yes! If the thing you are describing is plural, you add -s: 'inexplicables'. For example: 'sucesos inexplicables' (inexplicable events).

Is it different from 'incomprensible'?

They are very close! 'Inexplicable' means it cannot be explained, while 'incomprensible' means it cannot be understood. Often, they are used as synonyms.

Is 'inexplicable' a formal word?

It is a neutral to slightly formal word. You will see it in books and news, but it is perfectly fine to use in everyday conversation when you are truly baffled by something.