coachable
|coach-a-ble|
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/ˈkoʊtʃəbl/
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/ˈkəʊtʃəbl/
(coach)
guidance or transport
Etymology
Etymology Information
'coachable' originates from the English word 'coach', which comes from the Hungarian word 'kocsi', referring to a type of carriage.
Historical Evolution
'coach' evolved from the Hungarian 'kocsi' to the English 'coach', and 'coachable' was formed by adding the suffix '-able'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, 'coach' referred to a carriage, but it evolved to mean a person who trains others, leading to 'coachable' meaning capable of being trained.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
capable of being coached or trained.
The player is very coachable and learns quickly.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45