What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
convenient
Example
The location of the hotel was very convenient for us. [convenient: adjective]
Example
I find it convenient to do my grocery shopping online. [convenient: adjective]
accessible
Example
The building has an accessible entrance for people with disabilities. [accessible: adjective]
Example
The information on the website is accessible to everyone. [accessible: adjective]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Convenient is more commonly used than accessible in everyday language. Convenient is versatile and covers a wide range of contexts, while accessible is more limited in scope and often used in specific contexts such as disability access or information availability.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between convenient and accessible?
Both convenient and accessible are neutral in formality and can be used in both formal and informal contexts.
