Describes that a plan, idea, or project can be realized or put into practice. Synonymous with doable or realizable.
example
Der Vorschlag klingt gut, aber ist er mit unserem Budget auch umsetzbar?
The proposal sounds good, but is it feasible with our budget?
Usage tips
Word structure
The adjective is formed from the verb 'umsetzen' (to realize, implement) and the ending '-bar' (-able). The ending '-bar' means 'can be ...,' so 'umsetzbar' (feasible) literally means 'can be implemented.'
EXAMPLE
Viele gute Ideen sind in der Praxis leider nicht umsetzbar.
Many good ideas are unfortunately not feasible in practice.
Typical collocations
'Umsetzbar' (feasible) usually describes abstract things such as plans, ideas, concepts, proposals, or goals. It is rarely used for concrete objects.
EXAMPLE
Wir brauchen einen Plan, der schnell und kostengünstig umsetzbar ist.
We need a plan that can be implemented quickly and cost-effectively.
Combination with adverbs
The word is often combined with adverbs to describe the degree of feasibility. Common combinations are 'leicht umsetzbar' (easy to implement), 'schwer umsetzbar' (difficult to implement), 'praktisch umsetzbar' (practically feasible), or 'theoretisch umsetzbar' (theoretically feasible).
EXAMPLE
Dein Vorschlag ist theoretisch gut, aber praktisch nur schwer umsetzbar.
Your proposal is theoretically good, but in practice it is difficult to implement.
Compare with
antonym
umsetzbar vs unmöglich
impossible
'unmöglich' and 'umsetzbar' are opposites when it comes to plans, ideas, or tasks. 'unmöglich' says that something cannot be done. 'umsetzbar' says that something can be put into practice. With 'umsetzbar', people often think of a concrete plan and whether there is enough time, money, or resources for it. 'unmöglich' is stronger and rules out the possibility.
umsetzbar
Adams Vorschlag ist einfach und heute noch umsetzbar.
Adam's suggestion is simple and can still be put into practice today.
unmöglich
Der Ausflug ist unmöglich, weil am Wochenende alle Züge ausfallen.
The trip is impossible because all trains are canceled on the weekend.