handy
adj
(-ier, -iest)
1 (of gadgets, etc) convenient to handle or use; useful (指小器具等)便於拿取的, 便於使用的, 有用的
A good tool-box is a handy thing to have in the house. 家里有一个好的工具箱就方便多了.
2 [pred 作表语]
conveniently placed for being reached or used 近便; 便当
Our flat is very handy for the schools. 我们的住所离学校很近, 非常方便.
Always keep a first-aid kit handy. 手边要经常有个急救箱.
3 [usu pred 通常作表语]
clever with one's hands 手巧
He's handy about the house. 他修理房子手很巧.
4 (idm 习语) ,come in `handy be useful some time or other 迟早有用
My extra earnings came in very handy. 我的额外收入可备我不时之需.
Don't throw that cardboard box away it may come in handy. 不要把那个纸盒丢掉--可能用得著.
🎯 考研助记
构词:hand+y形容词后缀:放在 手边的物品便于使用
🔁 扩展释义
*['hændi]a. 便利的, 敏捷的, 容易取得的【化】 便于使用的; 易操作的
🌿 同词根单词
handlen. (织物、毛皮等的)手感;手柄;举动;柄状物;
vi. 操作,操控;容易搬运;
vt. 用双手触摸、举起或握住;用手操作,操纵;处理或负责,管理;〈美〉买卖,经营;
Of course he is. He's very successful. He's made lots of records. They broadcast a programme of his music last month on the radio. Why don't you come on Saturday? I think you'd enjoy it.