available — able to be obtained, used, or reached; having sufficient power or skill
Part of speech: ADJECTIVE
Definition: able to be obtained, used, or reached; having sufficient power or skill
Pronunciation (IPA): /əˈveɪləbl/
Korean meaning: 이용할 수 있는, 구할 수 있는, 가능한
Korean pronunciation: 어**베일**러블
Example Sentences
- The pizza delivery guy said he's not available on Sundays because he's busy binge-watching Netflix.
- Free Wi-Fi is available in the coffee shop, but it's slower than a sloth on vacation.
- The doctor will be available for consultation starting next Monday.
available
ADJECTIVE//əˈveɪləbl//
able to be obtained, used, or reached; having sufficient power or skill
able to be obtained, used, or reached; having sufficient power or skill
When the team is capable and stable, one open seat becomes available and ready for action.
🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Middle French 'available', derived from Old French 'avaler' meaning 'to be of use or worth', combined with the suffix '-able' meaning 'capable of being'. Ultimately traces back to Latin 'ad-' (to) and 'valere' (to be strong or worth).
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📝Examples
“The pizza delivery guy said he's not available on Sundays because he's busy binge-watching Netflix.”
“Free Wi-Fi is available in the coffee shop, but it's slower than a sloth on vacation.”
“The doctor will be available for consultation starting next Monday.”
“Is this seat available, or is it reserved for your imaginary friend?”
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