Meaning 1neutral · 82%
Clear enough for a person, feature, or difference to be recognized.
Natural examples
Der Vogel ist an der roten Zeichnung in seinem Halsgefieder erkennbar.
Its natural red neck marking makes the bird easy to identify.
Auf der Karte ist die Grenze kaum erkennbar.
The border is barely discernible on the map.
Der Schaden war erst bei Tageslicht erkennbar.
The damage became visible only in daylight.
Usage note
Erkennbar can be compared. Use an plus dative to name the sign: recognizable by the logo.
Mini-lesson: erkennbar
Clear enough for a person, feature, or difference to be recognized. Erkennbar can be compared. Use an plus dative to name the sign: recognizable by the logo.
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