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soluble vs solvable
The difference
| Word | Meaning | Goes with | Example |
|---|---|---|---|
| solubleadjective/ˈsɑːl.jə.bəl/ | Meaning able to be dissolved in a liquid, especially water | Goes with soluble in water | Example Sugar is soluble in water, but sand is not. |
| solvableadjective/ˈsɑːl.və.bəl/ | Meaning Able to be answered or fixed; having a way to be dealt with. | Goes with — | Example The problem looks serious, but it is solvable with a little patience. |
Which word fits?
1 of 8Pick the word for the gap. Its form may change in the sentence.
The tablet is , so you can drink it in a glass of water.