repairable

Elementary (A2)

IPA: /rɪˈpɛr.ə.bəl/

KK: /rɪˈpɛrəbəl/

adjective

Definition

Something that can be fixed or restored to a good condition.

Example

The broken chair is repairable, so we can fix it instead of buying a new one.

Conversation

Do you think that broken chair is repairable?

I hope so, it was my favorite one.

Yeah, it just needs some new screws, right?

Exactly! I believe it could be fixed easily.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Synonyms

fixable

mendable

restorable

Antonyms

irreparable

damaged

broken

Root Explanation

Repairable → It is formed from "repair" (from Old French *repaier*, meaning to restore or fix) and "-able" (meaning capable of). The word "repairable" means capable of being restored or fixed.

Memory Tip

Think of something that can be 'fixed' ('repair') and is 'capable of' being fixed ('-able'). This helps you remember that 'repairable' refers to something that can be restored.

Visually Confused Words

unrepairable

irrepairable

respirable

preparable