What it means
やすい attaches to the masu-stem of a verb to describe an action that is easy to perform. It forms an i-adjective, so it can modify a noun or finish a sentence. The difficulty usually concerns the action itself, the conditions surrounding it, or the design of an object. The plain form is used in familiar contexts, while やすいです provides a polite sentence ending.
Usage note
Do not confuse this grammatical suffix with 安い, which means “inexpensive” or “cheap.” In writing, the kanji 安い usually makes the difference clear.
How to use it
この説明は読みやすいです。
This explanation is easy to read.
この説明は読みやすい。
This explanation is easy to read.
Example sentences
この案内板は文字が大きくて、読みやすいです。
The letters on this sign are large, so it is easy to read.
この靴は軽くて、歩きやすいです。
These shoes are light and easy to walk in.
このペンはインクが乾きやすいです。
The ink in this pen dries easily.
このアプリは操作が簡単で、使いやすいです。
This app is easy to use because its operation is simple.
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