Incompatible (en. Incompatible)
/inkompatible/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishSpanish
adjective
That cannot exist in harmony or cannot coexist.
The lifestyle of both was incompatible.
El estilo de vida de ambos era incompatible.
That cannot function or interact effectively with another.
Their work schedules are incompatible.
Sus horarios de trabajo son incompatibles.
That does not allow combination or union.
The system is incompatible with the old software.
El sistema es incompatible con el software antiguo.
Etymology
From Latin 'incompatibilis', which means 'that cannot be compatible'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
incompatible with
That is not compatible or cannot function alongside something.
incompatible con
incompatible relationships
Relationships that cannot be maintained due to irreconcilable differences.
relaciones incompatibles
incompatible technology
Technology that cannot interact or work together.
tecnología incompatible
Related Words
compatibility
The ability to coexist or function together.
compatibilidad
conflict
A situation of disagreement or opposition between two or more parties.
conflicto
discrepancy
A difference that can make something incompatible.
discrepancia
Slang Meanings
A situation or relationship that is difficult to manage.
That pair of friends are like oil and water; they are incompatible.
Ese par de amigos son como agua y aceite, son incompatibles.
A person who does not fit into a group.
The new guy seems to be incompatible with the team.
El nuevo chico parece ser incompatible con el equipo.