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collectables

 

[ kəˈlɛktəb(ə)lz ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

items for collecting

Collectables are items that people seek out and acquire as part of a hobby. These items can range from stamps and coins to action figures and vintage cars.

Synonyms

collectibles, items for collecting.

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Word Description / Examples
collectables

This term is commonly used in British English to refer to items that people gather because of their value or interest.

  • He has a rare set of collectables from the 19th century.
  • These collectables could be worth a lot in the future.
collectibles

The American English version of 'collectables,' used to describe items that are collected due to their rarity, value, or personal interest.

  • She has an entire room dedicated to her collectibles.
  • These comics are considered valuable collectibles.
items for collecting

A more general and descriptive phrase that can be used to describe any objects that are gathered or saved due to personal interest or value.

  • He enjoys looking for unique items for collecting at flea markets.
  • They have various items for collecting, from stamps to vintage toys.

Examples of usage

  • Jane's collection of collectables includes rare coins and antique dolls.
  • Tom spent hours at the flea market searching for new collectables to add to his collection.

Translations

Translations of the word "collectables" in other languages:

🇵🇹 colecionáveis

🇮🇳 संग्रहणीय वस्तुएँ

🇩🇪 Sammelobjekte

🇮🇩 koleksi

🇺🇦 колекційні предмети

🇵🇱 kolekcjonerskie przedmioty

🇯🇵 収集品

🇫🇷 objets de collection

🇪🇸 coleccionables

🇹🇷 koleksiyonluk eşyalar

🇰🇷 수집품

🇸🇦 العناصر القابلة للجمع

🇨🇿 sběratelské předměty

🇸🇰 zberateľské predmety

🇨🇳 收藏品

🇸🇮 zbirateljski predmeti

🇮🇸 safngripir

🇰🇿 жинауға болатын заттар

🇬🇪 საგროვებელი ნივთები

🇦🇿 koleksiya edilən əşyalar

🇲🇽 coleccionables

Etymology

The term 'collectables' originated in the early 20th century, derived from the verb 'collect' with the addition of the suffix '-able'. People have been collecting items of interest for centuries, with the concept of collectables evolving over time to include a wide variety of objects.

See also: collect, collected, collectible, collectibles, collecting, collection, collective, collectively, collectivize, collector, recollect.

Word Frequency Rank

At position #41,079, this word is among the less frequently used terms in English. While interesting to know, it's not crucial for most English learners unless needed for specific purposes.