kumbenyente
kumbenyénte with stress marks
convenient
Usage Note
Kumbenyente is from Spanish conveniente and is a high-frequency adjective describing anything that is suitable, handy, or effort-saving. It appears in practical everyday speech and reflects a Filipino cultural emphasis on consideration for others' schedules and comfort when making plans.
Examples
" Kumbenyente ang oras na ito. "
Natural Translation
This time is convenient.
Literal Translation
Convenient the time this.
" Kumbenyente ang lokasyon ng opisina namin malapit sa MRT. "
Natural Translation
Our office location is convenient, close to the MRT.
Literal Translation
Convenient the location of-the office our near to-the MRT.
" Mas kumbenyente para sa akin kung magkikita tayo sa Sabado dahil malapit lang sa bahay ang mall. "
Natural Translation
It is more convenient for me if we meet on Saturday because the mall is just near my house.
Literal Translation
More convenient for to me if will-meet we on Saturday because near only to-the house the mall.
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