Conviene

Conviene is an Italian verb form meaning that something is advisable, advantageous, or convenient. It is the present indicative third-person singular form of convenire and is often used impersonally to express practical advisability. For example: “Conviene partire domani” (It’s advisable to leave tomorrow) or “Conviene risparmiare” (Saving is sensible). It can also introduce a clause with the subjunctive: “Conviene che tu venga” (It is advisable that you come).

Grammatical notes: conviene can stand as the main verb with an infinitive, or introduce a subordinate clause using che plus the present subjunctive (conviene che qualcuno faccia qualcosa). The phrase “non conviene” communicates that something is not worth doing or not advisable. The use is broad, covering everyday decisions, safety, costs, and strategic choices.

Etymology and meaning: the term derives from Latin convenire, meaning to come together or to be fitting. In Italian, convenire evolved to mean to be suitable, proper, or advantageous, and conviene reflects that sense in a succinct, impersonal construction.

Usage nuances and synonyms: conviene expresses practical advisability rather than obligation. Similar expressions include è opportuno, è utile, and è consigliabile, but conviene tends to emphasize what is sensible or beneficial in a given situation rather than mere necessity. It is common in both formal and informal contexts.

Cross-linguistic note: in Spanish, conviene carries a parallel meaning (“it is advisable”). Related terms in Italian share the same root, but conviene is a distinct grammatical form tied to the verb convenire.