Aplicable (en. Applicable)

/a'pli.kable/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
adjective
That can be applied.
The regulation is applicable to all companies.
La normativa es aplicable a todas las empresas.
That is valid in a specific case or situation.
The criteria presented here are applicable to this project.
Los criterios aquí expuestos son aplicables a este proyecto.
Related to something that can be used in practice.
We are looking for solutions applicable to current problems.
Buscamos soluciones aplicables a los problemas actuales.

Etymology

From Latin 'applicabilis', which means 'that can be applied'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

applicable to the case
That is pertinent or relevant in a specific situation.
aplicable al caso
applicable in practice
That can be carried out in real situations.
aplicable en la práctica
applicable regulation
Regulation or law that can be applied to a specific context.
normativa aplicable

Related Words

apply
To execute or put something into practice.
aplicar
application
Use of a theory or concept in practice.
aplicación
applied
Said of a person: who is diligent or studious.
aplicado

Slang Meanings

Something that can be used in everyday life.
That idea is very applicable; I'm going to use it in my day-to-day life.
Esa idea es muy aplicable, la voy a utilizar en mi día a día.
Referring to a useful piece of advice.
The advice you gave me is very applicable to my situation.
El consejo que me diste es muy aplicable en mi situación.