可動式(かどうしき)

Combines 可動(かどう) (movable) with 式(しき) (type; style; model). Used as a noun modifier to describe things designed to be moved, adjusted, or reconfigured. Common in architecture, furniture, engineering, and product descriptions.

Common collocations

• 可動式(かどうしき)の棚(たな): adjustable shelves
• 可動式(かどうしき)の橋(はし): movable bridge
• 可動式(かどうしき)の壁(かべ): movable wall
• 可動式(かどうしき)の座席(ざせき): movable seats
• 可動式(かどうしき)フィギュア: posable figure/action figure

THE SUFFIX 式(しき):
The suffix 式(しき) indicates a type, style, or method:

• 固定式(こていしき): fixed type
• 折(お)りたたみ式(しき): folding type
• 自動式(じどうしき): automatic type
• 手動式(しゅどうしき): manual type

Similar words

• 固定式(こていしき): fixed type — the opposite; cannot be moved or adjusted
• 移動式(いどうしき): portable; mobile — emphasizes the ability to relocate the entire unit, not just adjust parts