How Do You Spell NAVIGABLY?
Pronunciation: [nˈavɪɡəblɪ] (IPA) 
Pronunciation: [nˈavɪɡəblɪ] (IPA)
Navigably is an adverb used to describe the quality or ability of a body of water or a route to be easily and safely navigated. It indicates that a particular waterway or path is conducive to travel, especially by boats, ships, or other vessels.
When a watercourse or a channel is described as navigably, it implies that it provides favorable conditions for vessels to move smoothly and efficiently, ensuring the ease of transportation and communication. Such a waterway may have a sufficient depth and width, clear directions, and limited obstructions, such as rocks, sandbanks, or other navigational hazards. Additionally, navigably can also refer to the ability of a specific vessel or ship to travel and navigate effectively under given circumstances.
This term is particularly relevant in maritime and inland waterway contexts, where reliable navigability is crucial for trade, commerce, and general transportation purposes. Determining the navigability of a waterbody often involves assessing its physical attributes, including its currents, depths, and widths, as well as conducting hydrographic surveys and maintaining maintenance and dredging operations as needed. The navigability of a route is of great importance in the planning and execution of marine and riverine activities, ensuring safe and efficient travel for both commercial and recreational purposes.
The word "navigably" is derived from the noun "navigate" combined with the suffix "-ably". "Navigate" comes from the Latin word "navigare", which is composed of two elements: "navis" meaning "ship" and "agere" meaning "to drive" or "to direct". The suffix "-ably" is added to the word to form an adverb, indicating the manner or degree of the action, in this case, the ability to be navigated.
