Practical

Pronunciation: /ˈpræk.tɪ.kəl/

Definitions of practical

adjective relating to what is real rather than to what is possible or imagined; likely to succeed and reasonable to do or use

Example Sentences

A1 She bought a practical backpack for school.

A2 Learning basic first aid is a practical skill to have.

B1 The new software update includes practical features for users.

B2 His practical approach to problem-solving impressed his colleagues.

C1 The architect's design was not only innovative but also highly practical.

C2 The practical implications of the new law were carefully considered by policymakers.

Examples of practical in a Sentence

formal It is important to consider the practical implications of this decision before moving forward.

informal Let's think about the practical side of things before we make any decisions.

slang I'm all about keeping it practical when it comes to planning.

figurative In a world of dreams and aspirations, it's good to stay grounded in practical reality.

Grammatical Forms of practical

• past tense: practiced
• plural: practicals
• comparative: more practical
• superlative: most practical
• present tense: practices
• future tense: will practice
• perfect tense: has practiced
• continuous tense: is practicing
• singular: practical
• positive degree: practical
• infinitive: to practice
• gerund: practicing
• participle: practiced

Origin and Evolution of practical

First Known Use: 0015 year

Language of Origin: Latin

Story behind the word: The word 'practical' originated from the Latin word 'practicus', which means pertaining to action or practice.

Evolution of the word: Over time, the word 'practical' has evolved to encompass the idea of being useful, effective, and suitable for a particular purpose.