/aθepˈtable/ ES

/asepˈtable/ MX

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Translation

acceptable

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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

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The exam result is acceptable, although it can improve.

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It does not seem acceptable to me that you arrive so late.

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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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This word is taught in chapter 44, lesson 8: aceptable, pornografía, semen and 7 more words.