Definition

Able to be moved or passed from one person, place, or situation to another.

Example

The skills you learn in this job are transferrable to other positions.

Conversation

I just finished a course on digital marketing.

That's awesome! Are the skills transferrable to other jobs?

Definitely! I can use them in my current role too.

That's great to hear! It's always good to learn transferrable skills.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Transferrable → It is formed from "trans-" (meaning across) and "ferre" (meaning to carry). The word "transferrable" means capable of being carried across from one place to another.

Memory Tip

Picture something that can be 'carried across' — 'trans-' means across, and 'ferre' means to carry.

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