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Available

əˈveɪləb(ə)l
Extremely common
300 - 400
300 - 400
The word frequency and importance index indicates how often a word appears in a given language. The smaller the number, the more frequently the word is used. The most frequently used words typically range from about 1 to 4000. This importance index helps you focus on the most useful words during your language learning process.

tilgjengelig, ledig, finnes

Available meanings in Norwegian

tilgjengelig

Example:
The book is available at the library.
Boken er tilgjengelig på biblioteket.
Is this product available for purchase?
Er dette produktet tilgjengelig for kjøp?
Usage: formal/informalContext: Used in general contexts to indicate that something can be accessed or obtained.
Note: Commonly used in both spoken and written Norwegian. 'Tilgjengelig' can refer to physical items, services, or information.

ledig

Example:
Is the conference room available?
Er møterommet ledig?
I am available to help you.
Jeg er ledig for å hjelpe deg.
Usage: informalContext: Often used when referring to someone's availability or when a space or resource is free.
Note: This term is particularly used in informal situations and can refer to both time and physical spaces.

finnes

Example:
This service is not available in your area.
Denne tjenesten finnes ikke i ditt område.
The option is available in the menu.
Alternativet finnes i menyen.
Usage: formal/informalContext: Used to indicate the existence of something.
Note: This meaning focuses on whether something exists or is present, rather than being accessible.

Available's synonyms

accessible

Accessible means that something is easy to obtain or use.
Example: The information is easily accessible on the website.
Note: While available generally means that something is ready for use or obtainable, accessible specifically refers to something that is easy to approach, reach, or use.

obtainable

Obtainable means that something can be acquired or obtained.
Example: The product is obtainable at most retail stores.
Note: Obtainable emphasizes the ability to acquire something, while available focuses on the state of being ready for use or obtainable.

ready

Ready means that something is prepared or in a suitable state for a particular purpose.
Example: The report is ready for submission.
Note: While available refers to something being accessible or obtainable, ready specifically implies that something is prepared or in a state of readiness.

Available expressions, common phrases

On hand

This phrase means that something is readily available or easily accessible.
Example: We have laptops on hand for immediate use.
Note: It emphasizes the immediate availability of something.

Up for grabs

This idiom means that something is available for anyone to take or have.
Example: There are a few tickets up for grabs for the concert.
Note: It implies a sense of competition or limited availability.

At one's disposal

This phrase means that something is available for one to use or access as needed.
Example: The resources are at your disposal to complete the project.
Note: It suggests that something is there for someone to utilize.

On tap

This phrase means that something is readily available or easily accessible, especially in abundance.
Example: We have a wide range of drinks on tap at the bar.
Note: It often refers to a continuous or abundant supply of something.

Ready and waiting

This phrase means that someone or something is fully prepared and available for a particular purpose.
Example: The team is ready and waiting for your instructions.
Note: It emphasizes both readiness and availability.

On the market

This idiom means that something is available for purchase or consumption.
Example: There are several new smartphones on the market this month.
Note: It specifically refers to items that are available for sale or trade.

Within reach

This phrase means that something is close enough to be obtained or achieved easily.
Example: The solution to the problem is within reach if we work together.
Note: It highlights the closeness or accessibility of something.

Available everyday (slang) expressions

Open for business

Indicates that a business or service is currently operating and available for customers.
Example: The store is open for business until 9 PM.
Note: Focuses on the operational status of a business/service rather than just general availability.

Free for the taking

Means something is available with no cost or effort needed to obtain it.
Example: There are leftover snacks in the kitchen, free for the taking.
Note: Specifically highlights that the item is not only available but also free to acquire.

On the cards

Suggests that something is likely or possible in the future.
Example: It looks like a promotion might be on the cards for me this year.
Note: Implies a degree of possibility or expectation, rather than just stating availability.

In the mix

Refers to something being part of the available options or choices.
Example: With our new supplier, we have more options in the mix for our customers.
Note: Focuses on inclusion within a selection of choices or alternatives.

Available - Examples

The product is available in stores.
Produktet er tilgjengelig i butikkene.
There are no available seats on the flight.
Det er ingen ledige seter på flyvningen.
Is the book available in Hungarian?
Er boken tilgjengelig på ungarsk?

Available grammar

Available - Adjective (Adjective) / Adjective (Adjective)
Lemma: available
Conjugations
Adjective (Adjective): available
Syllables, Separation and Stress
available Contains 2 syllables: avail • able
Phonetic transcription: ə-ˈvā-lə-bəl
avail able , ə ˈvā bəl (The red syllable is stressed)

Available - Importance and usage frequency

The word frequency and importance index indicates how often a word appears in a given language. The smaller the number, the more frequently the word is used. The most frequently used words typically range from about 1 to 4000.
available: 300 - 400 (Extremely common).
This importance index helps you focus on the most useful words during your language learning process.
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