handy

adjective
UK: /ˈhændi/
US: /ˈhændi/

  1. Easy to use or deal with.

    1. This small tool is very handy. [ ] [ ]
    2. The new online system is proving to be quite handy for managing our accounts efficiently. [ ] [ ]

  2. Located conveniently nearby.

    1. The shop is handy for me. [ ] [ ]
    2. Having a bus stop so handy makes commuting to the city center incredibly easy. [ ] [ ]

  3. Good at making or repairing things.

    1. My dad is a handy man. [ ] [ ]
    2. He's quite handy around the house, always fixing things and improving the place. [ ] [ ]

Synonyms

useful convenient skillful practical

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "handy" in English means: Easy to use or deal with., Located conveniently nearby., Good at making or repairing things..

The phonetic transcription of "handy" is /ˈhændi/ in British English and /ˈhændi/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "handy": useful, convenient, skillful, practical.

Example usage of "handy": "This small tool is very handy.". More examples on the page.