payable
2 synonyms for payable, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Adj — Required or due to be paid.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
How to use payable
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
payable in full
accounts payable
payable on demand
Etymology
From "pay" plus the suffix "-able," meaning "capable of being paid."
Full origin of payable →Frequently asked questions
What does “payable” mean?
The word “payable” means required or due to be paid. In plain terms, owed, or able to be paid.
How do you pronounce “payable”?
“Payable” is pronounced PAY-uhbl (/ˈpeɪəbl̩/ in IPA).
How do you use “payable” in a sentence?
Here is “payable” used in a sentence: “The invoice is payable within thirty days.”
What part of speech is “payable”?
“Payable” is an adjective.
Is “payable” a common word?
“Payable” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “payable” have?
“Payable” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: required or due to be paid.
