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livable

 

[ ˈlɪv.ə.bəl ]

Adjective
Context #1 | Adjective

housing quality

The term 'livable' refers to a place that is suitable for living in, often implying comfort and safety. It is commonly used to describe environments where individuals can thrive and fulfill their daily needs without undue hardship. A livable area typically has access to necessary amenities, services, and a pleasant atmosphere. This term can also apply to conditions, describing spaces that promote overall wellbeing and a reasonable quality of life.

Synonyms

comfortable, habitable, suitable

Examples of usage

  • The city has many livable neighborhoods.
  • After renovations, the apartment became more livable.
  • They prioritize creating livable communities for families.

Translations

Translations of the word "livable" in other languages:

🇵🇹 habitável

🇮🇳 जीवनीय

🇩🇪 lebenswert

🇮🇩 dapat dihuni

🇺🇦 життєздатний

🇵🇱 zamieszkały

🇯🇵 住める

🇫🇷 habitable

🇪🇸 habitable

🇹🇷 yaşanabilir

🇰🇷 거주 가능

🇸🇦 قابل للعيش

🇨🇿 obyvatelný

🇸🇰 obyvateľný

🇨🇳 适宜居住的

🇸🇮 bivanjski

🇮🇸 íbúðarhæfur

🇰🇿 тұруға қолайлы

🇬🇪 საცხოვრებელი

🇦🇿 yaşayış üçün əlverişli

🇲🇽 habitable

Etymology

The word 'livable' originates from the word 'live,' deriving from the Old English 'libban,' which means 'to live, be alive.' The suffix '-able' indicates that something is capable or suitable for a certain action or state. The evolution of 'livable' in the English language has seen it take on more specific meanings relating to the quality of living environments since the late 19th century. It has become increasingly relevant in discussions about urban planning, sustainability, and quality of life, as more emphasis is placed on the conditions of living spaces in relation to health and wellbeing. Livability assessments are now common in urban studies, focusing on what makes an area pleasant or practical for its residents.

Word Frequency Rank

At rank #27,746, this word represents specialized academic or technical vocabulary. It's less frequently encountered but may be valuable in specific contexts.