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Everything
ˈɛvriˌθɪŋ
Extremely common
500 - 600
500 - 600
The word frequency and importance index indicates how often a word appears in a given language. The smaller the number, the more frequently the word is used. The most frequently used words typically range from about 1 to 4000. This importance index helps you focus on the most useful words during your language learning process.
The word frequency and importance index indicates how often a word appears in a given language. The smaller the number, the more frequently the word is used. The most frequently used words typically range from about 1 to 4000. This importance index helps you focus on the most useful words during your language learning process.
Everything -
All things; the complete set of items, objects, or actions
Example: She packed everything she needed for the trip.
Usage: neutralContext: everyday conversations
Note: This is the most common meaning of 'everything' and is used to refer to all things without exception.
The most important thing or aspect
Example: His family means everything to him.
Usage: neutralContext: emotional or personal discussions
Note: In this context, 'everything' is used to emphasize the significance or value of something.
Used for emphasis or exaggeration
Example: I've told you everything a million times!
Usage: informalContext: casual conversations
Note: In informal settings, 'everything' can be used for emphasis or exaggeration, often in a playful or frustrated tone.
Everything's synonyms
all
The word 'all' is used to refer to the whole quantity or extent of something.
Example: She ate all the cake.
Note: While 'everything' is more general and can refer to all things collectively, 'all' usually refers to the entirety of a specific group or category.
the whole thing
'The whole thing' is used to emphasize the entirety or completeness of something.
Example: I can't believe she forgot the whole thing.
Note: Unlike 'everything,' 'the whole thing' is more specific and emphasizes a singular entity or concept.
the entirety
'The entirety' refers to the whole of something, with no part left out.
Example: He spent the entirety of the weekend studying.
Note: Similar to 'everything,' 'the entirety' emphasizes completeness but may be used in more formal or specific contexts.
the total
'The total' refers to the complete amount or sum of something.
Example: The total cost of the project was higher than expected.
Note: While 'everything' is more encompassing, 'the total' specifically focuses on the sum or amount of a particular entity or concept.
Everything expressions, common phrases
all in all
Used to indicate a general summary or conclusion
Example: The trip was exhausting, but all in all, it was worth it.
Note: Emphasizes overall assessment rather than focusing on specific details
the whole nine yards
Doing everything possible; making a full effort
Example: She went all out for the party, decorating the house, baking a cake, the whole nine yards.
Note: Emphasizes completeness and thoroughness
the be-all and end-all
Something considered the most important or ultimate
Example: For him, winning the championship was the be-all and end-all of his career.
Note: Highlights the ultimate or paramount importance of something
the whole kit and caboodle
Everything, all components or elements
Example: When he moved out, he took the whole kit and caboodle with him.
Note: Emphasizes entirety and inclusiveness of all parts
the whole ball of wax
Everything, the entirety of a situation or thing
Example: I want to sell my car, furniture, and electronics - the whole ball of wax.
Note: Stresses the entirety or completeness of a situation or collection
lock, stock, and barrel
Including all parts or aspects; completely
Example: He bought the business lock, stock, and barrel, meaning he purchased everything associated with it.
Note: Signifies complete inclusion of all components
over and above
In addition to what is expected or required
Example: The company offers great benefits over and above the standard package.
Note: Indicates additional elements beyond the usual or mandatory
Everything everyday (slang) expressions
the whole shebang
Refers to everything, the entirety of something.
Example: I want to see the whole shebang before making a decision.
Note: Shebang is a more informal and colorful way to refer to the whole.
the whole enchilada
Refers to everything or the entirety of something.
Example: He won the championship, the trophy, the prize money, the whole enchilada.
Note: Enchilada is a fun and slightly quirky way to refer to the whole.
the whole megillah
Refers to everything or the entirety of an event or situation.
Example: We're going all out for the party: decorations, music, food, the whole megillah.
Note: Megillah adds a sense of drama or exaggeration to the term.
the full monty
Getting everything available or the most comprehensive treatment.
Example: I'm going to get the full monty treatment at the spa today.
Note: Full monty originates from a British slang term and adds a sense of completeness.
the full spread
Refers to the complete or entire offering of something.
Example: They laid out the full spread for the party: food, drinks, music - everything you could want.
Note: Full spread can be used in a more casual context to describe a comprehensive set of items or options.
Everything - Examples
Everything is possible if you believe in yourself.
I want to know everything about this topic.
She has tried everything to fix the problem.
Everything grammar
Everything - Pronoun (Pronoun) / Noun, singular or mass (Noun, singular or mass)
Lemma: everything
Conjugations
Syllables, Separation and Stress
everything Contains 3 syllables: ev • ery • thing
Phonetic transcription: ˈev-rē-ˌthiŋ
ev ery thing , ˈev rē ˌthiŋ (The red syllable is stressed)
Everything - Importance and usage frequency
The word frequency and importance index indicates how often a word appears in a given language. The smaller the number, the more frequently the word is used. The most frequently used words typically range from about 1 to 4000.
everything: 500 - 600 (Extremely common).
This importance index helps you focus on the most useful words during your language learning process.
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