B1adjective 1K

Convenient

🇬🇧 UK /["/kənˈviːniənt/"]/ 🇺🇸 US /["/kənˈviːniənt/"]/

Meaning of Convenient

useful, easy or quick to do; not causing problems

In simple words: Easy to use or to reach.

Convenient in a sentence

• This store is very convenient because it’s located near my house.
• The app provides a convenient way to order your meal online.
• She found a convenient time to meet with her professor.
• Is there a convenient bus stop nearby?
• It's convenient that the library is open late during exam season.

How to use Convenient

Used to describe things that save time or effort. It’s appropriate in both spoken and written English but might sound overly formal in casual conversations.

Grammar pattern

standalone adjective

Memory hint

Think of a 'convenient' car that always parks close to you.

Related words

Collocations with Convenient

• be
• prove
• seem
• extremely
• fairly
• very
• for
• to
• be
• prove
• seem
• extremely
• fairly
• very
• for
• to

Synonyms for Convenient

• handy
• easy
• accessible
• useful
• comfortable

Opposites of Convenient

• inconvenient
• difficult
• unhandy

Common mistakes with Convenient

• Confused with 'convenience' which is a noun.
• Using 'convenient' with non-count nouns incorrectly.
• Overusing 'convenient' to describe things that are simply good or pleasant.

Frequently asked questions about Convenient

What does Convenient mean?

Easy to use or to reach.

What is the definition of Convenient?

useful, easy or quick to do; not causing problems

How do you use Convenient in a sentence?

This store is very convenient because it’s located near my house.

Can you give another example of Convenient?

The app provides a convenient way to order your meal online.

What are synonyms for Convenient?

Common alternatives include handy, easy, accessible, useful, comfortable.

What is the opposite of Convenient?

Opposite meanings include inconvenient, difficult, unhandy.

What words go with Convenient?

It commonly pairs with be, prove, seem, extremely, fairly, very, for, to, be, prove, seem, extremely, fairly, very, for, to.

What are common mistakes when using Convenient?

Confused with 'convenience' which is a noun. Using 'convenient' with non-count nouns incorrectly. Overusing 'convenient' to describe things that are simply good or pleasant.

How do you pronounce Convenient?

US: /["/kənˈviːniənt/"]/, UK: /["/kənˈviːniənt/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Convenient?

Used to describe things that save time or effort. It’s appropriate in both spoken and written English but might sound overly formal in casual conversations.

What CEFR level is Convenient?

"Convenient" is at B1 level on the CEFR scale.