No. 7,473 in Dutch
bruikbaar
Usable; useful.
In a sentence
Deze apparatuur is niet meer bruikbaar na zoveel jaren.
This equipment is no longer usable after so many years.
In this sentence, 'bruikbaar' is used to describe the functionality or usefulness of equipment.
Geef oude spullen een tweede kans door ze opnieuw bruikbaar te maken.
Give old items a second chance by making them usable again.
Here, 'bruikbaar' reflects on the potential for something to be restored to usability or functionality.
Een bruikbaar advies kan een groot verschil maken in een moeilijke situatie.
A useful piece of advice can make a big difference in a difficult situation.
In this context, 'bruikbaar' signifies the relevance or practical applicability of advice in aiding or improving a situation.
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