What does soluble mean?

Able to dissolve in a liquid. Possible to solve, especially through thought or effort.

How is soluble pronounced?

UK /ˈsɒljəbl/, US /ˈsɑːljəbl/.

/ˈsɒljəbl/ · /ˈsɑːljəbl/

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可溶的

adj. Able to dissolve in a liquid.

可溶的

adj. Possible to solve, especially through thought or effort.

可解决的

These soluble tablets disappear quickly in a glass of water.

这些可溶片在一杯水中很快就溶解了。

Water-soluble pollutants can spread through rivers, making contamination difficult to contain once it enters the water supply.

水溶性污染物可沿河流扩散，一旦进入供水系统，污染便难以控制。

常用be soluble in；水溶性可写water-soluble。

What does soluble mean?: Able to dissolve in a liquid. Possible to solve, especially through thought or effort.
How is soluble pronounced?: UK /ˈsɒljəbl/, US /ˈsɑːljəbl/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.