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useable

 

[ ˈjuːzəbl ]

Adjective
Context #1 | Adjective

general use

Usable refers to something that is capable of being used or that is suitable for use. It implies that an item is functional and ready for practical application.

Synonyms

functional, practical, serviceable

Examples of usage

  • This tool is more usable than the alternative.
  • Ensure the software is usable before release.
  • The design was improved to make the interface more usable.
Context #2 | Adjective

computing

In the context of technology, usable refers to the ease with which a user can interact with a product or system. Good usability enhances user experience and efficiency.

Synonyms

accessible, intuitive, user-friendly

Examples of usage

  • The website's layout is user-friendly and easily usable.
  • Making applications more usable is crucial for customer satisfaction.
  • Usable designs take user feedback into consideration.

Translations

Translations of the word "useable" in other languages:

🇵🇹 utilizável

🇮🇳 उपयोगी

🇩🇪 benutzbar

🇮🇩 dapat digunakan

🇺🇦 використовуваний

🇵🇱 użyteczny

🇯🇵 使用可能な

🇫🇷 utilisable

🇪🇸 utilizable

🇹🇷 kullanılabilir

🇰🇷 사용 가능한

🇸🇦 قابل للاستخدام

🇨🇿 použitelný

🇸🇰 použiteľný

🇨🇳 可用的

🇸🇮 uporaben

🇮🇸 notaðanlegur

🇰🇿 пайдалануға жарамды

🇬🇪 გამოყენებადი

🇦🇿 istifadə oluna bilən

🇲🇽 utilizable

Etymology

The term 'usable' is derived from the verb 'use', which has its origins in the Latin word 'uti' meaning 'to use'. The addition of the suffix '-able' creates an adjective indicating capability or suitability. Usable began to be widely used in English in the early 20th century as technology began to flourish and the need for user-friendly products became crucial. The concept of usability gained prominence in the 1980s with the rise of personal computing and the need for efficient human-computer interaction. Today, the understanding of usability has expanded further with the influence of design principles and consumer expectations, making it an essential aspect of product design and development.

Word Frequency Rank

At rank #27,002, this word represents specialized academic or technical vocabulary. It's less frequently encountered but may be valuable in specific contexts.