Ingles

adjust

gb/əd͡ʒˈʌst/ us/əd͡ʒˈʌst/
A2 Ingles
~ 3000
Mga kahulugan
0 kahulugan
Pandiwa A2 action
1

Change slightly to improve fit or function

To change something a little so it works or fits better.

Padron ng paggamit: to adjust [something] to [condition/measurement]
Karaniwang pagkakamali:
Learners sometimes confuse 'adjust' with 'adapt'. 'Adjust' usually means making small changes, while 'adapt' often means changing more significantly to suit a new situation.
Mga kasingkahulugan
modify (Suggests making changes, often broader than small tweaks.) | tweak (Informal; implies making very small, precise changes.)
Mga kasalungat
misalign (Means to set incorrectly so it does not function or fit properly.)
Mga kolokasyon
adjust the settings |adjust the volume |adjust the seat |adjust the focus |adjust the temperature
Mga tema
daily life |work |technology |daily_life |core_vocabulary
Mga Halimbawa
  • She adjusted the chair so she could reach the desk comfortably.
  • You may need to adjust the brightness on your screen.
  • The mechanic adjusted the brakes to improve their performance.
  • He adjusted his tie before the meeting.
  • I adjusted the temperature to make the room warmer.
Mga Halimbawa para sa Nag-aaral
  • I adjusted my seat to see better.
  • Please adjust the volume of the TV.
  • He adjusted his watch for the new time zone.
  • She adjusted her glasses on her nose.
  • They adjusted the picture on the wall.
Pandiwa B1 action
2

Become accustomed to new conditions

To slowly become comfortable with new conditions or situations.

Padron ng paggamit: to adjust to [new situation/environment]
Karaniwang pagkakamali:
Learners sometimes forget to use 'to' after 'adjust' when talking about becoming used to something.
Mga kasingkahulugan
adapt (Often interchangeable, but 'adapt' can imply more significant changes.)
Mga kasalungat
resist (To not accept or become comfortable with a new situation.)
Mga kolokasyon
adjust to life |adjust to change |adjust to school |adjust to a new job
Mga tema
emotions |daily life |core_vocabulary |daily_life
Mga Halimbawa
  • It took her a few weeks to adjust to the new climate.
  • After moving to the city, he had trouble adjusting at first.
  • Children often adjust quickly to a new school.
  • I need time to adjust to working night shifts.
Mga Halimbawa para sa Nag-aaral
  • I am adjusting to my new job.
  • She is adjusting to life in Canada.
  • He adjusted quickly to the hot weather.
  • We are adjusting to living together.
Pandiwa technical B2 action
3

Alter settings for accuracy

To move controls so that a machine works right.

Padron ng paggamit: to adjust [device/machine] for [accuracy/performance]
Mga kasingkahulugan
calibrate (Technical term for adjusting measuring instruments for accuracy.)
Mga kasalungat
miscalibrate (To set incorrectly so accuracy is lost.)
Mga kolokasyon
adjust the calibration |adjust the controls |adjust the mechanism
Mga tema
technology |science
Mga Halimbawa
  • The technician adjusted the microscope for a clearer image.
  • You need to adjust the thermostat for accurate temperature control.
  • He adjusted the steering mechanism before the race.
Mga Halimbawa para sa Nag-aaral
  • The worker adjusted the machine.
  • She adjusted the camera for a sharp photo.
  • He adjusted the radio for better sound.
Gramatika
Anyo sa diksyunaryo
adjust
IPA
GB/əd͡ʒˈʌst/
US/əd͡ʒˈʌst/
Mga pantig at diin
ad - just (2 pantig)
Stress on 2nd syllable (just)
Mga anyo ng salita
Verb
  • Base: adjust
  • 3rd Person Singular: adjusts
  • Present Participle: adjusting
  • Past: adjusted
Mga kaugnay na salita
Forms
adjusts verb adjusting verb adjusted verb
Core family
adjustment noun B1 adjustable adjective B1
Related words
adjuster noun readjust verb
Negative and opposite forms
unadjustable adjective
Advanced or less common
readjustment noun
Mga ekspresyon

adjust to

1
/əd͡ʒˈʌst tə/
phrasal verb

Become used to something new

To slowly feel normal and comfortable in a new situation or place.

Mga Halimbawa
  • It took me months to adjust to college life.
  • You will soon adjust to your new job.

make adjustments

1
/mˈeɪk əd͡ʒˈʌstmənts/
fixed phrase

Make small changes for improvement

To change something a little so it works or fits better.

Mga Halimbawa
  • We need to make adjustments before launching the product.
  • He made adjustments to his schedule.

self-adjusting

1
/sˈɛlf əd͡ʒˈʌstɪŋ/
fixed phrase technical

Changes automatically for correct use

Able to change by itself so it works correctly without help.

Mga Halimbawa
  • The camera has a self-adjusting focus.
  • This self-adjusting system saves energy.

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