Comparable (en. Comparable)
/kom.pa.'ɾa.βle/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishSpanish
adjective
It refers to something that has a similarity or quality that allows it to be compared with something else.
The performance of this car is comparable to that of the more expensive models.
El rendimiento de este coche es comparable al de los modelos más caros.
Indicates that two or more elements have similar characteristics that allow for a fair comparison.
Its strength is comparable to that of a professional athlete.
Su fortaleza es comparable a la de un atleta profesional.
Describes elements that can be evaluated under the same parameters.
The customer service of this company is comparable to that of the best in the sector.
El servicio de atención al cliente de esta empresa es comparable al de las mejores del sector.
Etymology
From Latin 'comparabilis', which comes from 'comparare', meaning 'to compare'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
there is nothing comparable
Expression that indicates that there is nothing that resembles what is mentioned in quality or characteristic.
no hay nada comparable
of comparable quality
Phrase used to describe two elements that have a very similar standard in quality.
de comparable calidad
Related Words
comparison
Action of comparing two or more things.
comparación
to compare
Establishing a relationship of similarity or difference between two or more elements.
comparar
Slang Meanings
Something that stands out in an exceptional way.
His talent is comparable to that of great artists.
Su talento es comparable a los de los grandes artistas.
When something is hard to match.
That experience was incomparable.
Esa experiencia fue incomparable.