What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
fixable
Example
The broken vase is fixable with some glue. [fixable: adjective]
Example
The relationship between the two friends is fixable if they communicate openly. [fixable: adjective]
mendable
Example
The tear in my shirt is mendable with some stitching. [mendable: adjective]
Example
Their friendship is mendable if they apologize and forgive each other. [mendable: adjective]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Fixable is more commonly used than mendable in everyday language.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between fixable and mendable?
Both words are relatively informal and can be used in casual conversation, but fixable may be slightly more formal due to its wider usage.
