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practicable
Describes a solution, method, or plan that can be implemented and applied well in practice. It means that something is feasible and practical.
Wir brauchen eine praktikable Lösung, die nicht zu viel kostet.
We need a practicable solution that does not cost too much.
'Praktikabel' (practicable) is related to 'die Praxis' (practice) and 'praktisch' (practical). The ending '-abel' means that something can be done or implemented. A practicable idea is therefore feasible in practice.
In der Theorie klingt der Plan gut, aber ist er auch in der Praxis umsetzbar?
In theory, the plan sounds good, but is it also implementable in practice?
The adjective usually describes abstract nouns whose feasibility is being evaluated. Common combinations are 'eine praktikable Lösung' (a practicable solution), 'ein praktikabler Vorschlag' (a practicable proposal), 'eine praktikable Methode' (a practicable method), or 'ein praktikabler Weg' (a practicable way).
Wir haben endlich einen praktikablen Weg gefunden, um die Kosten zu senken.
We have finally found a practicable way to reduce costs.
'Praktikabel' (practicable) is often used when talking about the feasibility of plans, ideas, or projects. It is a typical word in professional, technical, or organizational discussions.
Der Architekt muss prüfen, ob der Entwurf überhaupt praktikabel ist.
The architect must check whether the design is even practicable.
practical / virtually
'praktisch' and 'praktikabel' are similar because both have to do with usefulness and application. 'praktisch' is more general and fits many things that are useful or convenient. 'praktikabel' is used mainly for solutions, plans, methods, or suggestions that can actually be put into practice. Learners may confuse the words because they sound similar. As a guide: a bag or a tool is 'praktisch'; a plan or a solution is 'praktikabel'.
Der Vorschlag ist gut, aber nur praktikabel, wenn alle im Team mitmachen.
The suggestion is good, but only practicable if everyone on the team takes part.
Bei der Arbeit ist ein zweiter Bildschirm sehr praktisch.
At work, a second monitor is very practical.