inconvenient
word
Definition
Something that causes difficulty, discomfort, or makes a situation less easy or practical.
Usage & Nuances
Used in both formal and informal situations. Often describes timing, location, or arrangements that cause trouble. Common collocations: 'at an inconvenient time', 'find it inconvenient', 'inconvenient location'. Not as strong as 'impossible' or 'disastrous'.
Spanish: incómodo - inconvenientePortuguese (BR): inconvenientePortuguese (PT): inconvenienteChinese (Simplified): 不方便Chinese (Traditional): 不方便Hindi: असुविधाजनकArabic: غير مناسب - غير ملائمBengali: অস্বস্তিকর - অসুবিধাজনকRussian: неудобныйJapanese: 不便（ふべん）Vietnamese: bất tiệnKorean: 불편한Turkish: uygunsuz - elverişsizUrdu: نا مناسب - تکلیف دہIndonesian: tidak nyaman - merepotkan
Example Sentences
The meeting was scheduled at an inconvenient time for everyone.
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It would be inconvenient to bring all these bags by bus.
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I’m sorry if it’s inconvenient, but could you help me move this weekend?
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It’s a bit inconvenient living so far from the city center.
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This store's location is very inconvenient for me.
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We apologize for any inconvenient delays this may cause.
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