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