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notable

adjectiveCEFR B2

What does “notable” mean in English?

  1. notable — worthy of attention or notice; significant

    notable — worthy of attention or notice; significant (mejora notable, ausencia notable)

Example sentences

  • La mejora notable en el rendimiento del equipo se atribuye a los cambios en la gestión y a un mejor reparto de tareas.

    The notable improvement in team performance is attributed to changes in management and a better distribution of tasks.

  • Su ausencia fue notable en una reunión tan importante, y muchos interpretaron que algo no iba bien en la organización.

    His absence was notable at such an important meeting, and many interpreted it as a sign that something was wrong in the organisation.

How to use it

Notable means 'notable, remarkable' — worthy of attention; significant or impressive. Common collocations: mejora notable, diferencia notable, ausencia notable, esfuerzo notable, excepción notable. Ser: always ser. Note: notable also functions as a noun/grade in Spanish educational system (equivalent to B / merit).

Common mistake

Notable ≠ célebre: notable means worthy of notice/significant; célebre means famous. A notable scientist has produced significant work; a célebre scientist is widely known. Notability does not require fame.

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