What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
phrasable
Example
The concept is phrasable, but it may take some time to explain. [phrasable: adjective]
Example
Her emotions were so complex that they were not easily phrasable. [phrasable: adverb]
expressible
Example
The artist's vision was expressible through her paintings. [expressible: adjective]
Example
His gratitude was expressible through a simple thank you note. [expressible: adverb]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Expressible is more commonly used than phrasable in everyday language. Expressible is versatile and covers a wide range of contexts, while phrasable is less common and has a more specific usage.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between phrasable and expressible?
Both phrasable and expressible are neutral in terms of formality and can be used in both formal and informal contexts.
