compatible vs comparable

compatible

Refers to things that work well together or are suited to one another. /kəm-ˈpa-tə-bəl/ with the stress on the second syllable: kuhm-PAT-uh-buhl. 1) This new SW is compatible with both Windows and macOS systems. 2) Sarah and her roommate had compatible schedules, sothey rarely disturbed each other.  3) Make sure the replacement part is compatible with the car's enigne model.

comparable

Refers to things that can be compared due to their similarities. can be pronounced in two ways: 1. /ˈkäm-p(ə-)rə-bəl/ with the stress on the first syllable: KOM-puh-ruh-buhl 2. /kəm-ˈper-ə-bəl/ with the stress on the second syllable: kuhm-PAIR-uh-buhl (though this pronunciation is less common in American English). 1) His artistic talent is comparable to that of famous painters form the Renaissance. 2) The two job offers are comparable in salary but differ in benefits. 3) This hotel has amenities comparable to those of five-star resort.