Spanish word

aconsejable

Pronunciation

IPA/akonseˈxaβle/

Meaning

  • adjectiveadvisable

Example

Para una reunión formal, es aconsejable vestir ropa sobria.

For a formal meeting, it is advisable to wear sober clothing.

Illustration for aconsejable (advisable)

More examples

Para ahorrar energía, es aconsejable apagar las luces.

To save energy, it is advisable to turn off the lights.

Core concept

A recommended choice in a given situation.

Common phrases

  • es aconsejable

    advisable

  • muy aconsejable

    very advisable

  • no es aconsejable

    not advisable

Similar words

recomendable: Worth recommending because it is suitable or has clear benefits.
conveniente: Suitable for the situation because it fits practical needs and eases things.
preferible: More desirable to choose when comparing available options.
oportuno: Happening or suggested at a particularly appropriate or helpful time.

Definition in Spanish

Que se considera preferible o recomendable en una situación dada, sin imponer obligación.

Word origin

Formed from the verb aconsejar plus the adjectival suffix -able; aconsejar ultimately comes from Latin consilium meaning 'advice'.

Usage tips

  • Formal constructions use es aconsejable + infinitive or es aconsejable que + subjunctive, and in everyday speech speakers often prefer te conviene or es mejor.

Opposites

  • desaconsejableinadvisableadjective
  • inadecuadoinappropriateadjective

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