What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
comprehendible
Example
The teacher made the lesson more comprehendible by using visual aids. [comprehendible: adjective]
Example
The instructions were not very comprehendible, so I had trouble following them. [comprehendible: adverb]
intelligible
Example
The speaker's accent made his words less intelligible to the audience. [intelligible: adjective]
Example
She spoke slowly and clearly to make sure her message was intelligible to everyone. [intelligible: adjective]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Intelligible is more commonly used than comprehendible in everyday language, especially in technical or academic contexts.
Whatโs the difference in the tone of formality between comprehendible and intelligible?
Intelligible is generally considered more formal than comprehendible, but both words can be used in a variety of formality levels depending on the context.
