English Dictionary

practical

/ˈpɹæktɪkəl/

adj

Relating to, or based on, practice or action rather than theory or hypothesis. / Being likely to be effective and applicable to a real situation; able to be put to use

This book provides practical advice for everyday life.

意味（1）

Relating to, or based on, practice or action rather than theory or hypothesis.

Jack didn't get an engineering degree, but has practical knowledge of metalworking.

意味（2）

Being likely to be effective and applicable to a real situation; able to be put to use

Jack's knowledge has the practical benefit of giving us useful prototype parts.

意味（3）

Of a person, having skills or knowledge that are practical

All in all, Jack's a very practical chap.

意味（4）

(theater, not comparable) Of a prop: having some degree of functionality, rather than being a mere imitation.

意味（5）

(film) Light fixtures used for set lighting and seen in the frame of a shot as part of the scenery.

Practical lighting can help sell the illusion that the film is a real situation.