/aθepˈtable/
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Translation
acceptable
Word origin
From Latin acceptabilis, from acceptare ('to accept'), a frequentative of accipere ('to receive'). The same root gives English 'accept' and 'acceptable'.
- Origin
- Latin
- Root
- acceptabilis
- English cognates
- accept, acceptable
Grammar
Masc pluralaceptables
Examples
, mejorar.
The exam result is acceptable, although it can improve.
llegues .
It does not seem acceptable to me that you arrive so late.
calidad .
The quality of the hotel was acceptable for that price.
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We are looking for an acceptable solution for both parties.
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His behaviour in class was not acceptable.
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