Words / A2

KUMF-tuh-bul/ˈkʌmftəbl/

Comfortable means physically at ease, or making you feel that way: a comfortable chair, comfortable shoes, I feel comfortable here. Comfort is the noun. Convenient is about what is easy or practical, not about the body. The opposite is uncomfortable. Comfy is the informal short form.

Meaning

Feeling physically relaxed, or making you feel that way.

Examples

• “This chair is very comfortable.”
• “Are you comfortable, or do you need a cushion?”
• “These boots are warm but not very comfortable.”

Good to know

feel comfortable. a comfortable + seat/shoes. Informal: comfy. Not convenient.

Near in meaning

comfy

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