practical
/ˈpɹæk.tɪ.kəl/
Word Rarity
Uncommon
Frequency: Zipf frequency 4.48 in modern English
15
Scrabble Score
9
Letters
3
Syllables
7
Unique Chars
Meaning
adj
Relating to, or based on, practice or action rather than theory or hypothesis.
adj
Being likely to be effective and applicable to a real situation; able to be put to use.
adj
Of a prop: having some degree of functionality, rather than being a mere imitation.
noun
A part of an exam or series of exams in which the candidate has to demonstrate their practical ability
British usage
noun
A prop that has some degree of functionality, rather than being a mere imitation.
Example Sentences
- "Jack didn't get an engineering degree, but has practical knowledge of metalworking."
- "Modern engineering applies science to practical problems."
- "Jack's knowledge has the practical benefit of giving us useful prototype parts."
- "Recruits will be taught in-depth electrical and mechanical engineering as well as gaining practical experience in rail maintenance."
- "All in all, Jack's a very practical chap."
- "Practical lighting can help sell the illusion that the film is a real situation."
Etymology
From Middle English practical, practicale, praktycall, from Medieval Latin practicālis.
Origin
Word Breakdown
Regional Pronunciation
- American English: /ˈpɹæk.tɪ.kəl/
- British English: /ˈpɹæk.tɪ.kəl/
Usage
- British usage