suitable

suitable — adjective

1. Something that is suitable has the qualities that make it a good match for a par

1.形容詞B1
釋義

Something that is suitable has the qualities that make it a good match for a particular person, situation, or use.

例句

This small backpack is suitable for a day trip to the beach.

suitable for + purpose

The committee is still looking for a suitable candidate to fill the position.

suitable + noun (attributive)

同義詞
  • appropriate

    Slightly more formal than suitable; often used for behaviour or actions that are socially correct.

  • fitting

    Emphasises that something feels natural and exactly right for the occasion, often in emotional or ceremonial contexts.

  • right

    Less formal and more general than suitable; can replace suitable in many everyday situations.

  • proper

    Strongly connected to social rules and expectations; narrower than suitable.

反義詞
  • unsuitable

    The direct opposite — not right or acceptable for a particular purpose or person.

  • inappropriate

    Emphasises that something is not socially or situationally correct.

文法句型

suitable for [noun/pronoun]

suitable + [noun]

[noun] + suitable for [noun]

suitable to [infinitive]

用法筆記

Unlike good or nice, suitable emphasises a fit between the thing and its purpose or context. It is more common in written and professional settings than in casual conversation.

常見錯誤

❌This coat is suitable to cold weather.
✅This coat is suitable for cold weather.
💡The adjective suitable is followed by for, not to, when introducing the person or thing it matches.
❌This hat is suitable with the dress.
✅This hat is suitable for the dress.
💡Use for (not with) after suitable to show what something matches or fits.