adjective · neutral
practical
/ˈpræktɪkəl/PRAK·ti·cal
concerned with what is real and possible rather than theory; useful or suitable for actual use
Examples
“The course offers practical experience in laboratory techniques.”
“We need a practical solution that people can afford.”
“Practical skills such as budgeting are essential for young adults.”
Band 8 sentence
“Policymakers must prioritise practical measures that communities can implement without excessive cost.”
Collocations
- practical experience
- practical solution
- practical skills
Word family
Common mistakes
He has a lot of practice skills.→He has a lot of practical skills.
This plan is practically perfect.→This plan is practically perfect.
Say it for a higher band
5useful→6feasible→7+practical
Synonyms
realistic
feasible
Easily confused
theoretical
“The theoretical framework for the study was clearly explained.”
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