come in handy

• Expresión informal que significa ser útil o conveniente para un propósito o situación determinada.

An informal expression meaning to be useful or convenient for a particular purpose or situation.

1. Be useful or convenientB1informal

   To be useful or helpful in a particular situation, often unexpectedly.

   venir bien / ser útil

   • This extra rope will come in handy when we set up the tent.
   • Knowing how to cook can come in handy when you live alone.
   • A small flashlight always comes in handy during a power outage.