serviceable
gb/sˈɚvɪsəbəl/ us/sˈɚvɪsəbəl/
B2
Englanti
~ 9400
használható, elfogadható, jól szerelhető, szervizbarát, készséges, segítőkész
B2
1
használható
B1
Käyttömalli:
serviceable [object]
The bike is rusty, but it’s still serviceable for short trips around town.
A bicikli rozsdás, de rövid városi utakra még mindig használható.
We found a serviceable second-hand printer for the office.
Találtunk az irodába egy még teljesen használható használt nyomtatót.
These boots are far from stylish, but they’re perfectly serviceable for hiking in the rain.
The landlord promised to replace anything that was no longer serviceable in the apartment.
Even after ten years, the old laptop is surprisingly serviceable for basic email and web browsing.
Oppijaesimerkit
This table is old, but it is still serviceable.
Ez az asztal régi, de még mindig használható.
The car is not pretty, but it is serviceable for daily driving.
Az autó nem szép, de napi közlekedésre teljesen használható.
I bought a serviceable phone that was not very expensive.
These serviceable shoes are good for work in the garden.
The jacket is worn, but it is serviceable in cold weather.
Tyypillinen virhe:
Learners sometimes think 'serviceable' means 'excellent' or 'high quality'. In modern English it usually means something is simply good enough to use, often plain, old, or not impressive.
Merkitys
usable, though not perfect or new
Kollokaatiot
serviceable condition
|still serviceable
|perfectly serviceable
|serviceable car
|serviceable shoes
|serviceable copy
Synonyymit
usable (Neutral word that simply means something can be used; lacks the slight suggestion of wear or plainness that 'serviceable' often has.)
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functional (Emphasizes that something works as it should; slightly more technical in tone.)
Antonyymit
unusable (States that something cannot be used at all, the direct opposite of 'serviceable'.)
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broken (Focuses on physical damage that stops something from working, which makes it not serviceable.)
Teemat
daily life
|consumer goods
|technology
|daily_life
|core_vocabulary
Määritelmä
Still good enough to use, even if it is old or not very nice.
In a condition or of a quality that is good enough to be used, even if it is old, worn, or not especially good.
C1
2
elfogadható
B2
Käyttömalli:
serviceable [noun]
The film isn’t great, but it offers a serviceable evening’s entertainment.
A film nem nagy szám, de egy estére elfogadható szórakozást nyújt.
She gave a serviceable presentation that covered all the key points, even if it wasn’t very exciting.
Elfogadható előadást tartott, amely minden fontos pontot lefedett, még ha nem is volt túl izgalmas.
The company needs more than a serviceable website if it wants to stand out from its competitors.
His performance as the lead was serviceable, but the supporting actors stole the show.
The book provides a serviceable introduction to the topic for beginners.
Oppijaesimerkit
The hotel room was small, but it was serviceable for one night.
A szállodai szoba kicsi volt, de egy éjszakára elfogadható volt.
The student wrote a serviceable essay on the subject.
A diák elfogadható dolgozatot írt a témáról.
We need a serviceable plan for the next three months.
Her English is serviceable for daily work emails.
The guide gave a serviceable answer to our question.
Tyypillinen virhe:
Learners may think 'serviceable' is a strong compliment. In this sense, it is mild praise at best and can sound like polite criticism, meaning something is only just good enough.
Merkitys
adequate or satisfactory, not excellent
Kollokaatiot
serviceable plan
|serviceable translation
|serviceable performance
|serviceable solution
|serviceable explanation
Synonyymit
adequate (Very close in meaning; slightly more formal and neutral, without the hint of plainness or lack of style that 'serviceable' can carry.)
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workmanlike (Describes something that is competent and solid but not creative or inspired; often used similarly to 'serviceable' for performances or work.)
Antonyymit
outstanding (Describes something much better than average, which contrasts with the merely 'good enough' sense of 'serviceable'.)
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inadequate (Means not good enough for the purpose, the opposite of 'serviceable' in this sense.)
Teemat
work
|education
|arts
|core_vocabulary
Määritelmä
Good enough to do what you need, but not very good or special.
Good enough to be useful or to do the job, but not especially good, impressive, or refined.
C1
TECHNICAL
3
szervizbarát
C1
Käyttömalli:
serviceable [machine / system / part]
The new engine layout is much more serviceable, allowing mechanics to reach all major components quickly.
Az új motorelrendezés sokkal jobban szerelhető, így a szerelők gyorsan elérik az összes fő alkatrészt.
These units are designed to be serviceable in the field with only basic tools.
Ezeket az egységeket úgy tervezték, hogy a terepen, csupán alap szerszámokkal is könnyen szerelhetők legyenek.
A key advantage of the system is that it is highly serviceable and requires minimal downtime for maintenance.
Oppijaesimerkit
The machine is serviceable, so a worker can repair it easily.
A gép jól szerelhető, ezért egy dolgozó könnyen meg tudja javítani.
Engineers made the air conditioner more serviceable for home users.
A mérnökök a házi felhasználók számára is könnyebben szerelhetővé tették a légkondicionálót.
This computer is not very serviceable because the parts are hard to reach.
The car was built to be serviceable with simple tools.
They chose a design that is cheap and serviceable for repairs.
Merkitys
able to be easily serviced
Kollokaatiot
easily serviceable
|serviceable components
|serviceable design
|serviceable parts
|designed to be serviceable
Synonyymit
maintainable (Technical term that focuses directly on the possibility of maintenance; often interchangeable in engineering contexts.)
Antonyymit
unserviceable (In technical and especially aviation contexts, means not fit or safe for use and often not to be serviced further.)
Teemat
technology
|engineering
|transport
|work
Määritelmä
Made in a way that makes it easy to repair or take care of.
Designed or arranged so that it can be maintained, repaired, or inspected without great difficulty.
C2
LITERARY
4
készséges
B2
segítőkész
B1
Käyttömalli:
serviceable [person / assistant / companion]
He proved a most serviceable companion during their long journey.
Hosszú útjuk során igen készséges útitársnak bizonyult.
The boy was eager and serviceable, running errands without complaint.
A fiú buzgó és készséges volt, panasz nélkül elintézte a rábízott apróbb ügyeket.
Such a serviceable friend is not easily found in times of trouble.
Oppijaesimerkit
The servant was quiet and very serviceable.
A szolga csendes és nagyon készséges volt.
She was a serviceable helper to the old woman.
Készséges segítője volt az idős asszonynak.
He tried to be serviceable to his guests at all times.
The guide was kind and serviceable during the trip.
In the story, the girl is poor but very serviceable.
Tyypillinen virhe:
This sense is rare and mainly found in older or literary texts. Learners may try to use 'serviceable' to mean 'kind' or 'friendly' in everyday speech, which can sound strange or old-fashioned. In modern English, use 'helpful' or 'kind' instead.
Merkitys
helpful and willing to serve
Kollokaatiot
a serviceable assistant
|a serviceable companion
|serviceable to [someone]
Synonyymit
obliging (Very close in meaning; common in modern English, especially in polite or slightly formal style.)
Antonyymit
unhelpful (Describes someone who does not want to help, the opposite of 'serviceable' in this sense.)
Teemat
social
|literature
|relationships
|core_vocabulary
Määritelmä
Happy to help and ready to do things for other people.
Willing and ready to help or be of use to someone; obliging.
Kielioppi
Sanakirjamuoto
serviceable
IPA
GB/sˈɚvɪsəbəl/
US/sˈɚvɪsəbəl/
Tavut ja painotus
ser - vice - able (3 tavua)
Stress on 1st syllable (ser)
Taivutusmuodot
Adjective
- Base: serviceable
Sanaperhe
Ilmaukset
in serviceable condition
1/ˈɪn sˈɚvɪsəbəl kəndˈɪʃən/
fixed phrase
in a usable working state
in a state where something is still good enough to use, even if it is not new or perfect
Esimerkit
- All equipment must be kept in serviceable condition at all times.
- The landlord is responsible for keeping the heating system in serviceable condition.
- Please return the tools in serviceable condition after the event.