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