lanzable
/lanθable/from spelling rules
The English phrase "launchable" is translated into Spanish as lanzable.
lanzable is an adjective used to describe something that is capable of being sent or thrown into the air, such as a rocket or a missile.
What does it mean word for word?
The word is formed from the verb lanzar (to launch/throw) and the suffix -able (capable of being).
How does it change in a sentence?
As an adjective, lanzable must agree in gender with the noun it modifies, though the form remains the same for masculine and feminine nouns. The plural form of the adjective is lanzables.
How do you pronounce it?
/lanθable/
Did you know?
- While lanzable describes an object, a person described as lanzado is not 'launchable' but is instead someone who is bold, daring or flirtatious.
- In many Latin American countries, the reflexive form lanzarse is used as a slang expression meaning 'to go for it' or take a leap of faith.
- Despite its technical meaning, the root verb lanzar is used in Spanish to describe the act of 'throwing' a glance or a look at someone.
Examples in context
- Necesitamos un proyectil lanzable.We need a launchable projectile.
- El misil no es lanzable todavía.The missile is not launchable yet.
Example conversation
Two engineers are checking a prototype in a lab.
- LucíaMateo, ¿ya es lanzable el prototipo?Mateo, is the prototype launchable yet?
- MateoSí, Lucía, ya pasó las pruebas.Yes, Lucía, it already passed the tests.
- LucíaPerfecto, busquemos la plataforma.Perfect, let's find the platform.
- MateoEstá lista para el lanzamiento.It is ready for the launch.
Sources
- IPA marked “from spelling rules” is derived from standard Spanish spelling, where Wiktionary gives none.
