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transferable

 

[ ˈtrænsfərəbl ]

Adjective
Context #1 | Adjective

skills

Capable of being transferred or conveyed from one person, place, or situation to another.

Synonyms

adaptable, movable, portable.

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Word Description / Examples
transferable

Typically used when something like rights, skills, or properties can be passed from one person or situation to another.

  • The warranty is transferable to the new owner
  • Her skills are highly transferable to other industries
portable

Describes something that is easy to carry or move, often small or lightweight items.

  • She bought a portable charger for her phone
  • His portable speaker can fit in a backpack and is perfect for outdoor trips
movable

Used for objects or structures that can be moved from one place to another. Often in a physical or mechanical context.

  • The desk is on wheels, making it easily movable
  • The company uses movable partitions to change the layout of the office
adaptable

Refers to the ability to change or be changed to fit different conditions or uses. Often used in contexts related to skills, personality, or objects.

  • She is known for her adaptable nature, which helps her succeed in different environments
  • The software is highly adaptable, making it suitable for various tasks

Examples of usage

  • This job requires transferable skills such as communication and problem-solving.
  • Foreign language proficiency is a transferable skill that can be applied in various professions.
  • Adaptability is a highly transferable quality in today's rapidly changing work environment.
Context #2 | Adjective

property

Able to be sold or given to someone else.

Synonyms

alienable, assignable, conveyable.

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Word Description / Examples
transferable

This is a duplicate and is already explained above.

  • The ticket is transferable; you can give it to someone else if you can't make it.
  • Skills you acquire at this job are transferable to other positions in the company.
assignable

Used when specific tasks, rights, or property can be assigned to another person. Common in both formal and informal use.

  • The lease is assignable with the landlord’s consent.
  • Tasks are easily assignable to team members through our new project management software.
alienable

Often used in legal contexts to describe property or rights that can be sold or transferred to another party. Typically formal and less common.

  • The land is alienable, meaning it can be sold or transferred.
  • Alienable rights can be relinquished under certain conditions.
conveyable

Typically used in legal and real estate contexts to describe property or titles that can be conveyed or transferred from one person to another.

  • The title to the house is conveyable by deed.
  • Ownership interests in the company are conveyable upon proper documentation.

Examples of usage

  • The house is not transferable until the legal paperwork is completed.
  • Stocks and bonds are examples of transferable assets that can be easily traded.
  • Intellectual property rights are transferable to heirs in certain cases.

Translations

Translations of the word "transferable" in other languages:

🇵🇹 transferível

🇮🇳 हस्तांतरणीय

🇩🇪 übertragbar

🇮🇩 dapat dipindahkan

🇺🇦 передаваний

🇵🇱 przenośny

🇯🇵 移転可能な

🇫🇷 transférable

🇪🇸 transferible

🇹🇷 devredilebilir

🇰🇷 양도 가능한

🇸🇦 قابل للتحويل

🇨🇿 přenosný

🇸🇰 prenosný

🇨🇳 可转移的

🇸🇮 prenosljiv

🇮🇸 flutningshæfur

🇰🇿 ауыстырылатын

🇬🇪 გადამტანი

🇦🇿 köçürülə bilən

🇲🇽 transferible

Etymology

The word 'transferable' originated from the Latin word 'transferre', which means 'to carry across'. It entered the English language in the late 18th century, evolving from the concept of moving something from one place to another. The term has since been widely used in various contexts, from skills and assets to properties and rights.

See also: transfer, transference, transferences, transferor, transferring, transfers.

Word Frequency Rank

At position #13,973, this word is part of sophisticated English vocabulary. It's useful for academic or professional contexts where precise language is needed.