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visible

adjectiveCEFR B2

What does “visible” mean in English?

  1. visible — able to be seen; or: noticeable and evident

    visible — able to be seen; or: noticeable and evident (efectos visibles, cambio visible)

Example sentences

  • Los resultados son claramente visibles en el gráfico.

    The results are clearly visible in the chart.

  • El satélite es visible a simple vista en noches despejadas.

    The satellite is visible to the naked eye on clear nights.

  • Los cambios empezaron a ser visibles después de un mes.

    The changes began to be visible after one month.

How to use it

'Visible' means visible — able to be seen. Invariable for gender. Used with ser (inherently visible) or estar (currently visible). Key collocations: 'a simple vista visible', 'resultados visibles'. Contrasts with 'invisible'. Near-perfect cognate.

Common mistake

Don't confuse 'visible' (able to be seen) with 'notorio' (well-known/notorious) — 'visible' relates to sight, 'notorio' to reputation.

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