Cool MateMeaning of Handy
easy to use or to do
In simple words: Something useful or easy to reach.
Handy in a sentence
- This pocket knife is really handy for camping trips.
- She has a handy way of organizing her schedule efficiently.
- The app provides a handy tool for language learners.
- He is very handy when it comes to fixing things around the house.
- Keep a handy map with you to avoid getting lost in the city.
How to use Handy
Use 'handy' when something is convenient or helpful. It's appropriate in both casual and formal contexts, though may sound slightly informal in very formal writing.
Grammar pattern
handy + for + gerund/noun
Memory hint
Think of a 'handy tool' like a Swiss Army knife that's always useful.
Related words
Collocations with Handy
Synonyms for Handy
Opposites of Handy
Common mistakes with Handy
- Using 'handy' to describe a person who is not useful (incorrect connotation).
- Confusing 'handy' with 'handy-dandy', which is more playful.
- Mixing up the use of 'handy' and 'handy person' — remember 'handy' describes the usefulness, not just people.
Handy appears in
Handy in other languages
- Arabicالعربية
مفيد، سهل الاستخدام
شيء مفيد أو سهل الوصول إليه.
- Bengaliবাংলা
হ্যান্ডি
কোনো কিছু যা দরকারি বা সহজে পাওয়া যায়।
- GermanDeutsch
praktisch, nützlich
Etwas Nützliches oder leicht Erreichbares.
- SpanishEspañol
Práctico, útil
Algo útil o fácil de alcanzar.
- Persianفارسی
دم دستی، کاربردی
یه چیز مفید یا دم دستی.
- FrenchFrançais
Pratique
Quelque chose d'utile ou de facile à atteindre.
- Hindiहिन्दी
Handy
कोई ऐसी चीज़ जो उपयोगी हो या आसानी से मिल जाए।
- ItalianItaliano
Pratico, Utile
Qualcosa di utile o facile da raggiungere.
- PortuguesePortuguês
Útil, prático
Algo útil ou fácil de alcançar.
- RussianРусский
Удобный, сподручный
Что-то полезное или легкодоступное.
- Urduاردو
کارآمد, مفید, آسانی سے پہنچنے والا
کوئی چیز جو مفید ہو یا آسانی سے مل جائے۔
- Chinese中文
Handy
方便的，容易拿到的。
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the fact of somebody being away from a place where they are usually expected to be; the occasion or period of time when somebody is away
- AbsentC1
not in a place because of illness, etc.
- AbsorbB2
To take in a liquid, gas, or other substances.
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Frequently asked questions about Handy
What does Handy mean?
Something useful or easy to reach.
What is the definition of Handy?
easy to use or to do
How do you use Handy in a sentence?
This pocket knife is really handy for camping trips.
Can you give another example of Handy?
She has a handy way of organizing her schedule efficiently.
What are synonyms for Handy?
Common alternatives include useful.
What is the opposite of Handy?
Opposite meanings include useless, inconvenient, awkward.
What words go with Handy?
It commonly pairs with be, come in, extremely, really, very, for, be, have something, keep something, quite, very, for, be, extremely, fairly, very, at, with.
What are common mistakes when using Handy?
Using 'handy' to describe a person who is not useful (incorrect connotation). Confusing 'handy' with 'handy-dandy', which is more playful. Mixing up the use of 'handy' and 'handy person' — remember 'handy' describes the usefulness, not just people.
How do you pronounce Handy?
US: /["/ˈhændi/"]/, UK: /["/ˈhændi/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.
When should I use Handy?
Use 'handy' when something is convenient or helpful. It's appropriate in both casual and formal contexts, though may sound slightly informal in very formal writing.
What CEFR level is Handy?
"Handy" is at C1 level on the CEFR scale.