Cool MateConvenient
UK /["/kənˈviːniənt/"]/US /["/kənˈviːniənt/"]/
Definition
useful, easy or quick to do; not causing problems
In simple words: Easy to use or to reach.
Examples
- 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.
Usage notes
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.
Collocations
- be
- prove
- seem
- extremely
- fairly
- very
- for
- to
- be
- prove
- seem
- extremely
- fairly
- very
- for
- to
Synonyms
- handy
- easy
- accessible
- useful
- comfortable
Antonyms
- inconvenient
- difficult
- unhandy
Common mistakes
- 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.