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bequem — meaning in English

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English meaning

  • comfortable adj Providing physical ease; free from pain, stress, or awkwardness.
  • comfy adj Comfortable; cozy and relaxing (informal).
  • convenient adj Easy to use or reach; not causing extra trouble or effort.
  • conveniently adv In a way that is easy or handy, without extra effort.
  • cushy adj Informal: comfortable and undemanding, especially of a job.
  • expedient adjective Convenient and practical for achieving a goal, though not necessarily right or moral.

Senses

bequem is used for these senses in English:

  • at ease Free of anxiety; not stressed or tense.
  • comfortable Providing physical comfort and ease; agreeable. [from 18th c.]
  • comfy (informal) Comfortable.
  • convenient Serving to reduce a difficulty, or accessible with minimum difficulty; expedient.
  • conveniently In a convenient manner, form, or situation; without difficulty.
  • cushy (chiefly, US) Comfortable, often in a way that will suit a person's body; ergonomic.
  • expedient Suitable to effect some desired end or the purpose intended.
  • expedient Affording short-term benefit, often at the expense of the long-term.

comfortable — full definition

  1. adj Providing physical ease; free from pain, stress, or awkwardness.
  2. adj At ease mentally; relaxed and confident in a situation.
  3. adj Financially secure; having more than enough for one's needs.

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