Kilo Lingo

/kombeˈniɾ/

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Translation

to suit, to be advisable

Word origin

From Latin convenire ('to come together, agree, be fitting'), formed from con ('together') and venire ('to come'). The same root gives English 'convene' and 'convenient'.

Origin
Latin
Root
convenire
English cognates
convene, convenient

Grammar

Verb type-ir irregular (like venir)

Irregular verb. A full conjugation table for irregular verbs is coming soon. For now, use a reference like Wordreference or RAE.

Examples

conviene .

It is not a good idea for you to go out in this cold.

Ambas .

Both parties managed to agree on a fair price.

conviene .

It would be wise for you to rest before the exam.

Convinimos vernos .

We agreed to meet on Monday morning.

¿ conviene ?

Is it better for you to pay in cash or by card?

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This word is part of lesson 61.