applicable

S2 W2

BrE /ˈæplɪkəbəl/ AmE /ˈæplɪkəbəl/

adjective en → es

1 LEGAL/REGULATORY B2

a rule, law, or principle that can be used in a particular situation

aplicable, relevante

  • be applicable to somebody/something

Collocations applicable laws · applicable regulations

  • The new law is not yet applicable to all companies.

    La nueva ley aún no es aplicable a todas las empresas.

2 GENERAL B1

suitable or relevant for a particular situation, purpose, or person

aplicable, adecuado, relevante

  • be applicable to somebody/something

Collocations applicable advice · applicable solutions

  • The advice is not really applicable in this situation.

    El consejo no es realmente aplicable en esta situación.