便利 vs 都合がいい
Japanese word comparison
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| 便利 | 都合がいい |
|---|---|
be-NRI adjective | つごうがいい adjective |
| convenient; useful; handy | convenient; favorable; works well for one's schedule or situation |
How they differ
都合がいい is closer to 'convenient for someone' or 'suits one's circumstances,' while 便利 describes the object or situation itself as handy. 都合がいい often depends on timing, arrangement, or personal circumstances, so it is not a direct substitute in every context.
When to use each
When to use 便利: Use 便利 when describing an object, tool, place, or service as convenient.
When to use 都合がいい: Use 都合がいい when you want to say a time, plan, or arrangement works well for someone.
Side-by-side examples
- 駅の近くで便利な場所です。
(It is a convenient place near the station.) - 明日の午後は都合がいいです。
(Tomorrow afternoon works well for me.)
Register & nuance: 都合がいい is neutral and very common in conversation, especially for schedules and arrangements.