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Changeable, adaptable, or not fixed to a set value or a fixed form.
Die Arbeitszeiten in diesem Job sind variabel und können flexibel gestaltet werden.
The working hours in this job are variable and can be arranged flexibly.
'Variabel' (variable) belongs to the word family of 'variieren' (to vary/change) and 'die Variable' (a variable quantity). All of these words have their origin in the Latin word 'variare' (to change, to be different).
Die Kosten für das Projekt können je nach Materialpreis variieren.
The costs for the project can vary depending on the price of materials.
The adjective 'variabel' (variable) is often used to describe things that are not fixed. Typical combinations are: variable costs, variable working hours, a variable salary, or variable prices.
Viele Mitarbeiter wünschen sich variable Arbeitszeiten.
Many employees want variable working hours.
The ending '-abel' often means that something has an ability or that something can be done with it, similar to the German ending '-bar'. 'Variabel' (variable) therefore means 'variierbar' (variable/changeable) or 'fähig, sich zu verändern' (able to change).
Das Regalsystem ist sehr variabel und kann an jeden Raum angepasst werden.
The shelving system is very variable and can be adapted to any room.
flexible
Flexible working hours can be adapted to different needs. Variable working hours are not fixed but can change. Both words are often possible: „flexibel“ emphasizes practical adjustment, while „variabel“ focuses more on changeability.
Meine Arbeitszeit ist variabel, sodass ich je nach Dienstplan morgens oder mittags beginne.
My working hours are variable, so depending on the schedule, I start in the morning or at noon.
Meine Arbeitszeit ist flexibel, sodass ich heute wegen des Arzttermins später beginnen kann.
My working hours are flexible, so I can start later today because of my doctor's appointment.
