Util (en. Useful)

/u'til/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
adjective
That is favorable or convenient in a particular situation.
It is a very useful book for learning to program.
Es un libro muy útil para aprender a programar.
That has practical value and is helpful in daily tasks.
This tool is very useful for fixing things at home.
Este herramienta es muy útil para arreglar cosas en casa.
That provides an advantage or benefit.
The information you gave me was really useful.
La información que me diste fue realmente útil.

Etymology

From the Latin 'utilis', meaning 'useful' or 'beneficial'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

is useful
means that something is useful or beneficial.
es útil
to be of use
indicates that something is useful in a specific situation.
ser de utilidad
has a useful purpose
refers to something that can be effectively utilized.
tiene un uso útil

Related Words

to use
to make use of something.
utilizar
use
the action of using something.
uso
utility
characteristic of being useful.
utilidad

Slang Meanings

something that can be used practically.
That advice was very useful in the meeting.
Ese consejo fue muy útil en la reunión.
something that has value in everyday situations.
That kitchen trick is super useful.
Ese truco en la cocina es súper útil.