vary
gb/vˈɛɹi/ us/vˈɛɹi/
B1
Αγγλικά
~ 1500
Σημασίες
0 σημασίες
Ρήμα
B1
state
1
Differ in amount or type
To be different in amount, size, type, or nature.
Μοτίβο χρήσης:
[something] varies from [something] to [something]
Συχνό λάθος:
Learners sometimes confuse 'vary' with 'change'. 'Vary' describes differences between things, while 'change' describes something becoming different over time.
Συνώνυμα
differ (More general; can refer to any kind of difference, not just measurable ones.)
Αντώνυμα
match (Implies being the same in amount, size, type, or nature.)
Συνδυασμοί λέξεων
vary greatly
|vary widely
|vary considerably
|vary significantly
Θέματα
comparison
|measurement
|daily life
|core_vocabulary
Παραδείγματα
- 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.
Παραδείγματα για μαθητές
- The price varies in each shop.
- The weather varies in different places.
- People’s ideas vary a lot.
- The size of the rooms varies.
Ρήμα
B1
action
2
Change to make different
To make something different so it is not always the same.
Μοτίβο χρήσης:
to vary [something]
Συχνό λάθος:
Learners may use 'change' instead of 'vary'. 'Change' is broader, but 'vary' often suggests intentional diversity or adjustment.
Συνώνυμα
alter (Slightly more formal; implies making adjustments rather than complete change.)
Αντώνυμα
standardize (To make everything the same without variation.)
Συνδυασμοί λέξεων
vary the routine
|vary the menu
|vary speed
Θέματα
daily life
|creativity
|core_vocabulary
Παραδείγματα
- 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.
Παραδείγματα για μαθητές
- I like to vary my meals.
- We vary our games every day.
- She varies her style of dress.
- He varies his study plan.
Ρήμα
B2
action
3
Change over time in amount or level
To go up and down in amount or level over time.
Συνώνυμα
fluctuate (Often used for continuous, repeated changes, especially in data or measurement.)
Αντώνυμα
remain constant (Stays exactly the same without changing over time.)
Συνδυασμοί λέξεων
temperatures vary
|rates vary
|levels vary
Θέματα
measurement
|science
|core_vocabulary
|time
Παραδείγματα
- 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.
Παραδείγματα για μαθητές
- The price of food varies during the year.
- My mood varies with the weather.
- The water level varies after rain.
Γραμματική
Λημματική μορφή
vary
IPA
GB/vˈɛɹi/
US/vˈɛɹi/
Συλλαβές και τόνος
vary (1 συλλαβή)
Stress on 1st syllable (vary)
Τύποι λέξης
Verb
- Base: vary
- 3rd Person Singular: varies
- Present Participle: varying
- Past: varied
Οικογένεια λέξεων
Forms
Related words
variable
adjective B1
variously
adverb
Negative and opposite forms
invariable
adjective C1
invariably
adverb B2
Advanced or less common
Εκφράσεις
vary according to
1/vˈɛɹi əkˈɔɹdɪŋ tə/
fixed phrase
Change depending on a factor
To change when something else changes.
Παραδείγματα
- 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.
Παραδείγματα
- Ticket prices vary from $10 to $50 depending on the seat.
- Class sizes vary from 15 to 30 students.