movable or mobile

[emily wong]

Although it is quite obvious to me, I just want to make sure whether my judgement is correct or not. Which of the following two is correct, when I want to say that a certain frame holding screen is not fixed and thus could be moved?

1. Is it a movable frame?
2. Is it a mobile frame?

Thanks a lot!

Emily (Beijing)

[rich197803]

Both are correct, depends on how you use them. Mobile can only be used as an abjective, while moveable can be used as an adjective and a noun.

Mobile (adj) - capable of moving or being moved about readily
Moveable (adj) - Possible to move
Moveable (noun) - Something, especially a piece of furniture, that can be moved.

[emily wong]

Thank you, Rich!

So, if it is a furniture or a big frame holding a whiteboard, we should say it's a movable furniture or a movable frame, right?

Emily (Beijing)

[Coffa]

Originally Posted by emily wong

Thank you, Rich!
So, if it is a furniture or a big frame holding a whiteboard, we should say it's a movable furniture or a movable frame, right?
Emily (Beijing)

Yes, except that 'furniture' is plural - hence, 'movable furniture', not 'a movable furniture'.

[emily wong]

My habit is to trace every question to the bottom.

So, it is correct to say a movable frame (for holding a whiteboard)? Thanks!

Emily