günstig
Translation
favourable, convenient, affordable, inexpensive
Examples
Das Hotel ist sehr günstig.
The hotel is very affordable.
Das Wetter ist günstig für einen Ausflug.
The weather is favourable for a trip.
Grammar Patterns
[Noun] + to be + favourable/affordable sth. is favourable/affordable The hotel is affordable.
favourable/affordable + [Noun] a favourable/affordable ... a favourable opportunity
Similar Words
Synonyms: preiswert (good value), billig (cheap), vorteilhaft (advantageous); Antonyms: teuer (expensive), ungünstig (unfavourable)
Etymology
From 'die Gunst' (favour, goodwill). Something 'günstig' is full of favour, hence favourable or advantageous.
Memory Tips
Think of receiving the 'Gunst' (favour) of a king, which puts you in a 'günstig' (favourable) position.