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feasible
Such that something can be realized, implemented, or done; practicable.
Der Architekt prüft, ob der Plan technisch und finanziell durchführbar ist.
The architect is checking whether the plan is technically and financially feasible.
The adjective is derived from the verb 'durchführen' (to implement, carry out, realize something) and the ending '-bar'. The ending '-bar' means '-fähig' (capable of) or 'möglich' (possible). So 'durchführbar' (feasible) literally means 'can be carried out'.
Ist dieser Vorschlag überhaupt durchführbar?
Is this proposal even feasible?
This word is mostly used with nouns that describe some kind of undertaking. Typical combinations are 'ein durchführbarer Plan' (a feasible plan), 'ein durchführbares Projekt' (a feasible project), or 'eine durchführbare Lösung' (a feasible solution).
Wir suchen nach einer schnell durchführbaren Lösung für das Problem.
We are looking for a quickly feasible solution to the problem.
Often, it is described more precisely in what respect something is feasible. For this, adverbs such as 'technisch' (technically), 'finanziell' (financially), 'praktisch' (practically), or 'rechtlich' (legally) are used.
Der Plan ist zwar technisch durchführbar, aber viel zu teuer.
The plan is technically feasible, but far too expensive.
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Machbar and durchführbar both mean that something can be done or realized. Machbar gives a general assessment of practical possibility. Durchführbar sounds more factual and is especially suited to a planned, organized process or procedure that is to be carried out as intended.
Der geplante Ablauf ist mit unserem kleinen Team wie vorgesehen durchführbar.
With our small team, the planned process can be carried out as intended.
Die zusätzliche Aufgabe ist für unser kleines Team noch machbar.
The additional task is still manageable for our small team.
