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    Convenable (en. Suitable)

    [kɔn. Ven.ab.l]

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    adjective
    Which is adequate or appropriate for a given situation.
    This outfit is suitable for an interview.
    Cette tenue est convenable pour un entretien.
    Which meets certain standards or expectations.
    His behavior was suitable during the meeting.
    Son comportement était convenable durant la réunion.
    Acceptable, provided it fulfills a certain criterion.
    He found a suitable price for his apartment.
    Il a trouvé un prix convenable pour son appartement.

    Etymology

    From the Latin 'convenabilis', derived from 'convenire', meaning 'to come together'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    not suitable
    An expression suggesting that something is not appropriate.
    pas convenable
    it is suitable
    Indicates that something is acceptable or appropriate.
    c'est convenable
    suitable for everyone
    Means suitable or acceptable for everyone.
    convenable à tous

    Related Words

    convenience
    The state of being suitable or appropriate.
    convenance
    suitably
    In a suitable manner.
    convenablement
    to suit
    To agree or be in harmony.
    convenir

    Slang Meanings

    Cool or good, used in an informal context.
    It's suitable for going out tonight.
    C'est convenable pour sortir ce soir.
    Not bad
    It was suitable as a meal.
    C'était convenable comme repas.