accountable

S2 W2

BrE /əˈkaʊntəbl/ AmE /əˈkaʊntəbl/

adjective en → es

1 RESPONSIBLE [T + obj] B1

responsible for something that you do or say, and able to explain it if necessary

responsable, rendir cuentas por algo

  • be accountable to somebody/something

Collocations accountable for one's actions · accountable to the public

  • The company is now accountable to its shareholders.

    La empresa ahora es responsable ante sus accionistas.

2 FINANCIAL [T + obj] B2

relating to the financial records of a business or organization, which must be kept accurately and honestly

contable, financiero

  • accounting procedures

Collocations accounting records · accounting standards

  • The company's accounting practices are under scrutiny.

    Las prácticas contables de la empresa están bajo escrutinio.