What it means
やすい attaches to the masu-stem of a verb to mean that an action is easy to do. It describes something that makes the action easy or convenient, such as a book that is easy to read. The resulting expression behaves like an i-adjective, so it can be used in familiar forms such as 読みやすい and polite forms such as 読みやすいです.
Usage note
Do not confuse this grammar pattern with 安い, which means “inexpensive.” In writing, the kanji or the surrounding context usually makes the difference clear.
How to use it
この本は読みやすいです。
This book is easy to read.
この本は読みやすい。
This book is easy to read.
Example sentences
この案内は字が大きくて読みやすいです。
This guide has large letters and 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.
このペンは持ちやすいです。
This pen is easy to hold.
このかばんはポケットが多くて使いやすいです。
This bag has many pockets and is easy to use.
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