practical
Translation
practical, sensible, useful
Examples
He offered some practical advice.
He offered some practical advice.
She's a very practical person.
She's a very practical person.
This car is not practical for a large family.
This car is not practical for a large family.
Grammar Patterns
practical ((for sth.)) useful for a purpose This tool is practical for everyday tasks.
it is practical ((to-inf)) it is sensible to do something It's not practical to drive that far.
Similar Words
Synonyms: sensible, realistic, useful; Antonyms: impractical, theoretical
Etymology
From Late Latin 'practicalis', from Greek 'praktikos' meaning 'concerned with action', related to 'practice'.
Memory Tips
Think of 'practice' – something practical is something you can put into practice.