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