applicable
gb/ˈæplɪkəbəl/ us/ˈæplɪkəbəl/
B2
English
~ 2400
alkalmazható, vonatkozik, érvényes
B2
FORMAL
1
Usage pattern:
[something] is applicable to [something/someone]
These safety guidelines are applicable to all factory workers.
Ezek a biztonsági irányelvek minden gyári dolgozóra vonatkoznak.
The new tax rules are not applicable to small businesses.
Az új adószabályok nem vonatkoznak a kisvállalkozásokra.
Only certain parts of the contract are applicable in this case.
This discount is applicable only on weekdays.
The regulation is applicable worldwide.
Learner examples
This rule is applicable to you.
Ez a szabály rád is vonatkozik.
The law is not applicable here.
A törvény itt nem alkalmazható.
That idea is applicable in many cases.
The offer is applicable today only.
The rule is applicable to all students.
Common mistake:
Learners sometimes confuse 'applicable' with 'available'. 'Applicable' means suitable or relevant, not simply existing or ready to use.
Meaning
Relevant or suitable to a case
Collocations
applicable law
|applicable rules
|applicable regulations
|terms applicable
|not applicable
Synonyms
relevant (Common and neutral; focuses on direct connection to the matter at hand.)
|
pertinent (Slightly more formal; implies strong relevance and appropriateness.)
Antonyms
irrelevant (Means having no connection to the matter at hand.)
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inapplicable (Specifically means not suitable or not able to be applied in the situation.)
Themes
law
|business
|daily life
|core_vocabulary
|communication
Definition
Right or suitable for a certain situation or use.
Relevant or appropriate to a specific situation, subject, or purpose.
Grammar
Dictionary form
applicable
IPA
GB/ˈæplɪkəbəl/
US/ˈæplɪkəbəl/
Syllables & stress
ap - plic - able (3 syllables)
Stress on 1st syllable (ap)
Word forms
Adjective
- Base: applicable
Word family
Core family
Related words
applicability
noun
Negative and opposite forms
inapplicable
adjective
Expressions
not applicable
1/nˈɑt ˈæplɪkəbəl/
fixed phrase
Not relevant or suitable here
Used to say that something does not apply to the situation being discussed.
Examples
- Please write 'N/A' if the question is not applicable to you.
- The refund policy is not applicable for clearance items.