Impermeable (en. Waterproof)
im-per-me-a-ble
Meaning & Definition
EnglishSpanish
adjective
Not affected by something.
He is a man impermeable to criticism.
Es un hombre impermeable a las críticas.
Does not allow liquids to pass through.
The material of the jacket is waterproof.
El material de la chaqueta es impermeable.
That cannot be penetrated or crossed.
This barrier is impermeable to gases.
Esta barrera es impermeable a los gases.
Etymology
From Latin 'impermeabilis', which means 'that cannot be crossed'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
waterproof power
Ability to resist the penetration of liquids.
poder impermeable
waterproof material
Fabric that prevents the passage of water.
material impermeable
Related Words
impermeability
Property of being impermeable.
impermeabilidad
waterproof
That does not allow the passage of water.
a prueba de agua
Slang Meanings
Situation that does not affect the person.
He always remains impervious to group pressure.
Siempre se mantiene impermeable a la presión del grupo.
Something that is resistant to criticism.
That guy is impervious to the rumors circulating.
Ese chico es impermeable a los rumores que circulan.