/poˈtaβle/

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Translation

drinkable (agua potable: drinking water)

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Word origin

From Late Latin potabilis, from potare ('to drink').

Origin
Latin
Root
potabilis
English cognates
potable

Grammar

Masc pluralpotables

Examples

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Many families don't have drinking water at home.

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The tap water here is safe to drink.

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The village gets drinking water twice a week.

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This water isn't drinkable; don't drink it.

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The government promised drinking water for everyone.

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