B2 verb Neutre

allowable

/əˈlaʊ.ə.bəl/

Describing something that is permitted or acceptable, especially according to a specific set of rules, laws, or regulations. It is frequently used in technical, legal, or financial contexts to define limits or boundaries.

Exemples

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1

The maximum allowable weight for carry-on luggage is ten kilograms.

The maximum allowable weight for carry-on luggage is ten kilograms.

2

The judge ruled that the testimony was allowable under the rules of evidence.

The judge ruled that the testimony was allowable under the rules of evidence.

3

Is it allowable to wear sneakers in this club, or is there a dress code?

Is it allowable to wear sneakers in this club, or is there a dress code?

Famille de mots

Nom
allowance
Verb
allow
Adverbe
allowably
Adjectif
allowable
Apparenté
allowability
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Astuce mémo

Think of the 'allowable limit' as a 'low' bar you are 'able' to stay under to follow the rules.

Quiz rapide

The company determined that the _______ levels of radiation were well below the safety threshold.

Correct !

La bonne réponse est : allowable

Exemples

1

The maximum allowable weight for carry-on luggage is ten kilograms.

everyday

The maximum allowable weight for carry-on luggage is ten kilograms.

2

The judge ruled that the testimony was allowable under the rules of evidence.

formal

The judge ruled that the testimony was allowable under the rules of evidence.

3

Is it allowable to wear sneakers in this club, or is there a dress code?

informal

Is it allowable to wear sneakers in this club, or is there a dress code?

4

The researchers set a margin of error that was the maximum allowable for the study to remain valid.

academic

The researchers set a margin of error that was the maximum allowable for the study to remain valid.

5

You must submit receipts for all allowable business expenses to be reimbursed.

business

You must submit receipts for all allowable business expenses to be reimbursed.

Famille de mots

Nom
allowance
Verb
allow
Adverbe
allowably
Adjectif
allowable
Apparenté
allowability

Collocations courantes

allowable limit allowable limit
allowable expense allowable expense
maximum allowable maximum allowable
allowable deduction allowable deduction
allowable deviation allowable deviation

Phrases Courantes

allowable under the law

allowable under the law

within allowable limits

within allowable limits

tax-allowable

tax-allowable

Souvent confondu avec

allowable vs allowed

Allowed is the general past participle for permission; allowable is an adjective specifically used for technical limits or rule-based standards.

allowable vs admissible

Admissible is primarily used in legal contexts regarding evidence or entry into a place.

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Notes d'usage

Use 'allowable' when referring to specific quantities, financial deductions, or technical specifications set by an authority. It is more formal and technical than the word 'allowed'.

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Erreurs courantes

Learners often use 'allowable' as a predicate adjective for people (e.g., 'I am allowable to go'), which is incorrect. Use 'allowed' for people and 'allowable' for things or limits.

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Astuce mémo

Think of the 'allowable limit' as a 'low' bar you are 'able' to stay under to follow the rules.

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Origine du mot

From the Old French 'alouable', derived from the verb 'allow' which comes from Latin 'allaudare' (to praise) and 'allocare' (to place).

Modèles grammaticaux

allowable for + noun allowable under + rule/law adjective + allowable (e.g., legally allowable)
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Contexte culturel

Frequently used in English-speaking countries in the context of tax returns (allowable deductions) and construction regulations.

Quiz rapide

The company determined that the _______ levels of radiation were well below the safety threshold.

Correct !

La bonne réponse est : allowable

Mots lis

unknown

A1

A person or thing that is not known, recognized, or familiar. It often refers to a mysterious situation or a person who has not yet achieved fame or success.

turn

A1

To move your body or an object so that it faces a different direction. It also means to change the direction you are moving, such as when walking or driving.

play

A1

To engage in activity for enjoyment and recreation rather than for a serious or practical purpose. It is also used to describe participating in a sport or performing music on an instrument.

live

A1

To have your home in a particular place or to exist as a living being. It is commonly used to describe where someone resides or the state of being alive.

happen

A1

To take place or occur, often without being planned or by chance. It describes an event or situation that comes into existence at a particular time.

lose

A1

To be unable to find something that you previously had or owned. It also means to fail to win a game, competition, or argument.

include

A1

To make someone or something part of a larger group, set, or list. It describes when one thing contains another thing as a component or member.

change

A1

To make someone or something different or to become different. It can also mean to stop using one thing and start using another, such as putting on different clothes.

watch

A1

To look at something for a period of time, especially something that is moving or changing. It implies paying attention to what is happening or waiting for something to occur.

speak

A1

To use your voice to say words or have a conversation with another person. It also refers to the ability to communicate using a specific language.

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