French Conversation · Level 79
60 words
French word
souhaitable
Pronunciation
IPA/swɛtabl/
Meaning
- adjectivedesirable
Example
Il est souhaitable de partir tôt.
It is desirable to leave early.
More examples
Ils ont trouvé une option souhaitable pour le projet.
They found a desirable option for the project.
Core concept
A choice or condition that fits the situation and leads toward a better outcome.
Common phrases
c'est souhaitable
It is desirable
une option souhaitable
a desirable option
une solution souhaitable
a desirable solution
Similar words
préférable: Worth choosing in a particular situation.
conseillé: Recommended by experts or established rules.
approprié: Suited to the circumstances or intended purpose.
désirable: Regarded as desirable or worth having.
Definition in French
Qui est considéré comme préférable ou approprié dans une situation donnée.
Word origin
Souhaitable is formed from French souhait, 'wish', with the suffix -able, and souhait comes from souhaiter, 'to wish'.
Usage tips
- Souhaitable is common in formal advice and writing, while everyday speech often uses ce serait bien or mieux vaut.