B2adjectiveworkrelationships
US/dɪˈpen.də.bəl/
UK/dɪˈpen.də.bəl/
that you can trust to do what you need or expect
In context
Our old car is not fast, but it is very dependable.
She is a dependable colleague who never misses a deadline.
We need dependable internet to work from home.
Words that go with dependable
adjective + noun
- dependable friendA dependable friend will help you move house.
- dependable serviceThe bus company offers a cheap and dependable service.
- dependable employeeHe is a hard-working and dependable employee.
- dependable sourceCheck that your information comes from a dependable source.
- dependable carThey bought a dependable car for the family.
adjective + preposition
- dependable inThe new system proved dependable in bad weather.
Common mistakes
Incorrect:
a depend friendCorrect: a dependable friend