Spanish word

conveniente

Pronunciation

IPA/kombeˈnjente/

Meaning

  • adjectiveconvenient

Example

Es conveniente venir temprano.

It's convenient to come early.

Illustration for conveniente (convenient)

More examples

La solución más conveniente es llamar primero.

The most convenient solution is to call first.

Core concept

An option that fits the situation's needs.

Common phrases

  • es conveniente

    convenient

  • resulta conveniente

    prove convenient

  • no es conveniente

    not convenient

Similar words

apropiado: Proper for a given occasion or purpose.
adecuado: Matches the necessary specifications or conditions.
práctico: Offers usefulness and ease in practical, everyday situations.
útil: Provides clear help or utility for a particular task.

Definition in Spanish

Que es apropiado o adecuado según las circunstancias o las necesidades de una persona.

Word origin

It derives from Latin convenire (con- 'together' + venire 'to come') via the participle conveniens, meaning 'agreeing' and coming to mean 'suitable' or 'appropriate'.

Usage tips

  • Often used to mean 'appropriate' or 'advisable' rather than 'easy', and for offers or scheduling Spanish speakers commonly say ¿Te viene bien? or ¿Te va bien?

Other meanings

  • usefuladjective
  • appropriateadjective
  • desirableadjective

Opposites

  • inconvenienteinconvenientadjective
  • desventajosodisadvantageousadjective

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