French word

convenable

Pronunciation

IPA/kɔ̃vənabl/

Meaning

  • adjectiveappropriate

Example

Ce comportement n'est pas convenable ici.

This behavior is not appropriate here.

Illustration for convenable (appropriate)

More examples

Trouver un logement convenable devient difficile.

Finding suitable housing is becoming difficult.

Core concept

A choice, behavior, or state that fits the setting, person, or purpose and meets its accepted standard.

Common phrases

  • comportement convenable

    appropriate behavior

  • prix convenable

    reasonable price

  • moment convenable

    suitable time

Similar words

approprié: Well suited to a particular situation or purpose.
adapté: Adjusted to suit a specific situation or person.
acceptable: Acceptable enough to raise no significant concerns.
correct: In line with rules or expectations and free of errors.

Definition in French

Qui convient à une situation, à une personne ou à un usage et qui est jugé acceptable dans le contexte donné.

Word origin

French convenable derives from convenir, from Latin convenire, 'to come together,' with the suffix -able added to form an adjective.

Usage tips

  • French convenable usually means suitable or acceptable, whereas English convenient generally means practical or time-saving and often translates as pratique or commode.

Other meanings

  • suitableadjective
  • reasonableadjective

Opposites

  • inappropriéinappropriateadjective
  • inadéquatinadequateadjective

Related words

  • convenablementappropriatelyadverb
  • convenancesuitabilitynoun

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