Attainable Meaning in English

word

US

əˈteɪnəbəɫ

uh-TAY-nuh-buhl

UK

ɐtˈeɪnəbəl

uh-TAY-nuh-buhl

Definition

Something that is attainable can be achieved or reached with reasonable effort.

Usage & Nuances

Often used for goals, dreams, or targets. Formal and positive; commonly paired with 'goals,' 'objectives,' or 'targets' (e.g., 'an attainable goal'). Not the same as 'obtainable,' which focuses on being able to get something physically.

• Spanish: alcanzable - asequible
• Portuguese (BR): atingível - alcançável
• Portuguese (PT): atingível - alcançável
• Chinese (Simplified): 可实现的 - 可达到的
• Chinese (Traditional): 可實現的 - 可達到的
• Hindi: प्राप्य - हासिल योग्य
• Arabic: قابل للتحقيق - ممكن الوصول إليه
• Bengali: অর্জনযোগ্য - লাভযোগ্য
• Russian: достижимый
• Japanese: 達成可能な
• Vietnamese: có thể đạt được
• Korean: 달성 가능한
• Turkish: ulaşılabilir - elde edilebilir
• Urdu: حاصل ہونے کے قابل - قابلِ حصول
• Indonesian: dapat dicapai - dapat diraih

Example Sentences

This goal is attainable if you work hard.

basic

Perfect grades are not always attainable.

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Is this result attainable in one month?

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Set attainable goals so you don't feel discouraged.

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For most people, running a marathon is attainable with proper training.

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Don't set your sights too high—pick something attainable to start.

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