compatibile
/kom.paˈti.bi.le/
The English word compatible is translated into Italian as compatibile.
The adjective compatibile describes something that is capable of easy interaction. In Italian, you will typically follow this adjective with the preposition con to indicate what something is compatible with.
Meaning: capable of easy interaction (adj)
How does it change in a sentence?
The adjective compatibile must agree in gender and number with the noun it modifies. It is used for both masculine and feminine singular nouns. For both masculine and feminine plural nouns, use the form compatibili.
How do you pronounce it?
compatibile is pronounced /kom.paˈti.bi.le/. It has five syllables, with the stress on the third syllable.
Did you know?
- In Italian, compatibile is used in law to describe 'compatibility of offices'. This refers to whether a person can legally hold two different professional roles or political positions at the same time.
- The word compatibile shares a deep root with the Italian verb compatire, which means 'to sympathize' or 'to feel pity'.
- While compatibile describes a general fit, Italians often use the word affine to describe people with 'compatible' personalities or interests. This suggests a kinship or shared nature rather than just a lack of conflict.
Examples in context
- Questo programma non è compatibile con questo computer.This program is not compatible with this computer.This sentence shows how to use compatibile to describe software and hardware compatibility.Tatoeba #2586453 by Guybrush88, translation #2586444 by FeuDRenais2
- Cerco un compagno che sia sessualmente compatibile e avventuroso.I'm looking for a partner who is sexually compatible and adventurous.This sentence uses compatibile to describe personal compatibility between people.Tatoeba #13836754 by Nuel, translation #13836753 by Nuel
- Questo software è compatibile con tutte le versioni di Windows.This software is compatible with all Windows versions.
- La tua presentazione è adeguata agli standard richiesti.Your presentation is compatible with the required standards.
- Io e mio fratello siamo in sintonia su molte cose.My brother and I are compatible on many things.
- I colori delle pareti fanno coppia con i mobili.The wall colors are compatible with the furniture.
Example conversation
Sofia and Lorenzo are talking about their personalities.
- SofiaPenso che siamo molto compatibili come persone.I think we are very compatible as people.
- LorenzoHai ragione, Sofia, ci intendiamo sempre.You are right, Sofia, we always understand each other.
- SofiaÈ raro trovare qualcuno così compatibile.It is rare to find someone so compatible.
- LorenzoSì, siamo davvero un'ottima coppia.Yes, we really are a great couple.
Sources
- Wiktionary, “compatible” translations and entries compatibile, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries compatibile, CC BY-SA 4.0.
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
