adjustable
gb/əd͡ʒˈʌstəbəl/ us/əd͡ʒˈʌstəbəl/
B1
Ingles
~ 5500
Mga kahulugan
0 kahulugan
adjective
B1
property
1
able to be moved or changed
Able to be moved or changed so it fits different people or situations.
Padron ng paggamit:
an adjustable [object]
Karaniwang pagkakamali:
Learners sometimes say *changeable* instead of *adjustable* for physical things. *Changeable* is more about things that often become different (like weather), while *adjustable* means you can set or control it to different positions or levels.
Mga kasingkahulugan
adaptable (Often used for people or systems; adjustable is more often used for physical objects or controls.)
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modifiable (More formal and general; adjustable especially suggests easy or repeated changes, often with built-in parts like knobs or straps.)
Mga kasalungat
fixed (Describes something that cannot be moved or changed once set.)
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rigid (Emphasizes that something is stiff and does not bend or change shape or position.)
Mga kolokasyon
adjustable strap
|adjustable chair
|adjustable bed
|adjustable wrench
|adjustable settings
|fully adjustable
Mga tema
daily life
|technology
|design
|daily_life
|core_vocabulary
Mga Halimbawa
- This office chair is fully adjustable, so you can change the height and backrest angle.
- The backpack has adjustable straps to fit both children and adults.
- I bought a lamp with an adjustable arm so I can direct the light onto my desk.
- The helmet comes with adjustable padding for a more secure fit.
- Use an adjustable wrench so it fits different sizes of bolts.
Mga Halimbawa para sa Nag-aaral
- My new desk has adjustable legs.
- These headphones have an adjustable band.
- The TV screen is on an adjustable stand.
- The bike seat is adjustable for tall or short people.
- Turn this knob to change the adjustable temperature setting.
adjective
technical
C1
property
2
of interest rates, able to change
Used about money: an interest rate or loan that can go up or down over time.
Padron ng paggamit:
an adjustable [rate/mortgage/loan]
Karaniwang pagkakamali:
Learners sometimes confuse *adjustable rate* with a rate they can change themselves. In finance, it usually means the bank changes the rate based on a market index, not the customer’s choice.
Mga kasingkahulugan
variable (Common in finance as *variable rate*; slightly more formal but very close in meaning.)
Mga kasalungat
fixed-rate (Describes a loan or interest rate that stays the same for the whole agreed period.)
Mga kolokasyon
adjustable rate
|adjustable-rate mortgage
|adjustable-rate loan
|adjustable interest rate
Mga tema
business
|finance
Mga Halimbawa
- With an adjustable rate, your monthly payment may increase if interest rates rise.
- They chose an adjustable-rate mortgage to benefit from lower initial payments.
- Banks must clearly explain the risks of adjustable interest rates to customers.
- Some borrowers refinance when the adjustable period of their loan begins.
- Adjustable-rate loans can be attractive when market rates are falling.
Mga Halimbawa para sa Nag-aaral
- This home loan has an adjustable rate.
- The bank offers both fixed and adjustable interest rates.
- Be careful: an adjustable-rate mortgage can cost more later.
- He changed his loan from an adjustable rate to a fixed rate.
- The adjustable rate goes up when market rates go up.
adjective
B2
property
3
of personality, easily adaptable
Able to change your behavior or way of thinking easily when the situation changes.
Padron ng paggamit:
an adjustable [person/attitude/approach]
Karaniwang pagkakamali:
Learners usually say *adaptable* or *flexible* for people. *Adjustable* for personality is correct but less common and can sound a bit technical or formal in everyday speech.
Mga kasingkahulugan
adaptable (More common for people; *adjustable* here sounds slightly more technical or descriptive.)
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flexible (Focuses on being open to change; often preferred in everyday speech over *adjustable* for people.)
Mga kasalungat
rigid (Describes someone who does not like to change their habits or ideas.)
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inflexible (Stresses an unwillingness or inability to change behavior or opinions.)
Mga kolokasyon
adjustable personality
|adjustable attitude
|highly adjustable
|socially adjustable
Mga tema
psychology
|personality
|emotions
|relationships
|core_vocabulary
Mga Halimbawa
- In a fast-changing workplace, an adjustable attitude is essential.
- Children are often more adjustable than adults when moving to a new country.
- The team needs people with adjustable working styles who can handle different projects.
- Her personality is remarkably adjustable, which helps her fit into any group.
- Managers value employees who are emotionally stable yet mentally adjustable.
Mga Halimbawa para sa Nag-aaral
- He is very adjustable and does not mind change.
- You need an adjustable attitude to work in this company.
- She is adjustable and can work with many different people.
- An adjustable person can live in many countries.
- My boss wants workers who are calm and adjustable.
Gramatika
Anyo sa diksyunaryo
adjustable
IPA
GB/əd͡ʒˈʌstəbəl/
US/əd͡ʒˈʌstəbəl/
Mga pantig at diin
ad - justable (2 pantig)
Stress on 2nd syllable (justable)
Mga anyo ng salita
Adjective
- Base: adjustable
Mga kaugnay na salita
Core family
adjust
verb A2
adjustment
noun B1
Related words
adjuster
noun
readjust
verb
Advanced or less common
adjustability
noun
readjustment
noun
Mga ekspresyon
adjustable bed
1/əd͡ʒˈʌstəbəl bˈɛd/
fixed phrase
bed with movable sections
A bed where you can raise or lower parts, like the head or feet, usually with a remote or control.
Mga Halimbawa
- An adjustable bed can make it easier to read or watch TV in comfort.
- Hospitals often use adjustable beds for patients who need help changing position.
adjustable rate
1/əd͡ʒˈʌstəbəl ɹˈeɪt/
fixed phrase
technical
interest rate that can change
An interest rate on a loan or account that can move up or down with the market.
Mga Halimbawa
- The credit card has an adjustable rate tied to the prime rate.
- Many students prefer fixed interest over an adjustable rate on their loans.
adjustable rate mortgage
1/əd͡ʒˈʌstəbəl ɹˈeɪt mˈɔɹɡɪd͡ʒ/
fixed phrase
technical
home loan with changing rate
A home loan where the interest rate can go up or down after a certain time, usually based on the market.
Mga Halimbawa
- They chose an adjustable rate mortgage for the lower initial payments.
- Before signing an adjustable rate mortgage, make sure you understand how much the interest can increase.
adjustable spanner
1/əd͡ʒˈʌstəbəl spˈænɚ/
fixed phrase
spanner with movable jaw
A British English name for a tool that can open or close to fit different nuts and bolts.
Mga Halimbawa
- He used an adjustable spanner to tighten the bolt.
- Keep an adjustable spanner in your toolbox for basic repairs.
adjustable wrench
1/əd͡ʒˈʌstəbəl ɹˈɛnt͡ʃ/
fixed phrase
wrench with movable jaw
A tool for turning nuts and bolts, where you can move one part so it fits many sizes.
Mga Halimbawa
- He grabbed an adjustable wrench to loosen the pipe.
- An adjustable wrench is handy because it replaces several fixed-size wrenches.
fully adjustable
1/fˈʊli əd͡ʒˈʌstəbəl/
fixed phrase
can be changed in many ways
Able to be changed in many different ways, not just one, so it fits many people or uses.
Mga Halimbawa
- The camera has a fully adjustable screen for shooting at different angles.
- This stroller is fully adjustable and grows with your child.