vary
gb/vˈɛɹi/ us/vˈɛɹi/
B1
Английски
~ 1500
Значения
0 значения
Глагол
B1
state
1
Differ in amount or type
To be different in amount, size, type, or nature.
Модел на употреба:
[something] varies from [something] to [something]
Честа грешка:
Learners sometimes confuse 'vary' with 'change'. 'Vary' describes differences between things, while 'change' describes something becoming different over time.
Синоними
differ (More general; can refer to any kind of difference, not just measurable ones.)
Антоними
match (Implies being the same in amount, size, type, or nature.)
Колокации
vary greatly
|vary widely
|vary considerably
|vary significantly
Теми
comparison
|measurement
|daily life
|core_vocabulary
Примери
- Prices for the same product can vary greatly between stores.
- Opinions on the matter vary widely among experts.
- The climate varies considerably from region to region.
- Tastes in music vary significantly across generations.
Примери за учащи
- The price varies in each shop.
- The weather varies in different places.
- People’s ideas vary a lot.
- The size of the rooms varies.
Глагол
B1
action
2
Change to make different
To make something different so it is not always the same.
Модел на употреба:
to vary [something]
Честа грешка:
Learners may use 'change' instead of 'vary'. 'Change' is broader, but 'vary' often suggests intentional diversity or adjustment.
Синоними
alter (Slightly more formal; implies making adjustments rather than complete change.)
Антоними
standardize (To make everything the same without variation.)
Колокации
vary the routine
|vary the menu
|vary speed
Теми
daily life
|creativity
|core_vocabulary
Примери
- You should vary your exercise routine to work different muscles.
- The chef likes to vary the menu each week.
- Teachers are encouraged to vary their teaching methods.
Примери за учащи
- I like to vary my meals.
- We vary our games every day.
- She varies her style of dress.
- He varies his study plan.
Глагол
B2
action
3
Change over time in amount or level
To go up and down in amount or level over time.
Синоними
fluctuate (Often used for continuous, repeated changes, especially in data or measurement.)
Антоними
remain constant (Stays exactly the same without changing over time.)
Колокации
temperatures vary
|rates vary
|levels vary
Теми
measurement
|science
|core_vocabulary
|time
Примери
- Temperatures can vary dramatically throughout the day.
- The speed of the internet connection varies depending on the time of day.
- Interest rates vary according to market conditions.
Примери за учащи
- The price of food varies during the year.
- My mood varies with the weather.
- The water level varies after rain.
Граматика
Речникова форма
vary
IPA
GB/vˈɛɹi/
US/vˈɛɹi/
Срички и ударение
vary (1 сричка)
Stress on 1st syllable (vary)
Форми на думата
Verb
- Base: vary
- 3rd Person Singular: varies
- Present Participle: varying
- Past: varied
Семейство думи
Forms
Related words
variable
adjective B1
variously
adverb
Negative and opposite forms
invariable
adjective C1
invariably
adverb B2
Advanced or less common
Изрази
vary according to
1/vˈɛɹi əkˈɔɹdɪŋ tə/
fixed phrase
Change depending on a factor
To change when something else changes.
Примери
- The rules vary according to the country.
- Your tax rate may vary according to your income.
vary from ... to ...
1/vˈɛɹi fɹˈʌm | tə |/
fixed phrase
Have a range between two points
To be between two amounts, sizes, or types.
Примери
- Ticket prices vary from $10 to $50 depending on the seat.
- Class sizes vary from 15 to 30 students.