Utiles (en. Useful)

/y.til/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench
adjective
That which is useful, has a function, that can be used.
These tools are very useful for repairing the car.
Ces outils sont très utiles pour réparer la voiture.
That which brings an advantage or benefit.
The information provided is particularly useful for students.
L'information fournie est particulièrement utile pour les étudiants.
That which allows achieving a desired goal.
This advice is useful for improving your productivity.
Ce conseil est utile pour améliorer votre productivité.
That which contributes to the smooth functioning of a situation.
Having connections in the field can be very useful.
Avoir des connexions dans le domaine peut être très utile.

Etymology

From Latin 'utilis', meaning 'that serves something'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

to be as useful as air
To be extremely important or necessary.
être utile comme l'air
a useful file
A document or resource that helps in a task.
un fichier utile
useful tool
An instrument that facilitates work.
outil utile

Related Words

utility
Quality of that which is useful.
utilité
to use
To put something into service or to profit from something.
utiliser
usable
That which can be used.
utilisable

Slang Meanings

Usable informally.
This software is really useful for video editing.
Ce logiciel est vraiment utile pour le montage vidéo.
Handy for everyday life.
These tips are super useful for saving time.
Ces astuces sont super utiles pour gagner du temps.