vary
gb/vˈɛɹi/ us/vˈɛɹi/
B1
Anh
~ 1500
Các nghĩa
0 nghĩa
Động từ
B1
state
1
Differ in amount or type
To be different in amount, size, type, or nature.
Mẫu sử dụng:
[something] varies from [something] to [something]
Lỗi thường gặp:
Learners sometimes confuse 'vary' with 'change'. 'Vary' describes differences between things, while 'change' describes something becoming different over time.
Từ đồng nghĩa
differ (More general; can refer to any kind of difference, not just measurable ones.)
Từ trái nghĩa
match (Implies being the same in amount, size, type, or nature.)
Cụm từ đi kèm
vary greatly
|vary widely
|vary considerably
|vary significantly
Chủ đề
comparison
|measurement
|daily life
|core_vocabulary
Ví dụ
- 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.
Ví dụ cho người học
- The price varies in each shop.
- The weather varies in different places.
- People’s ideas vary a lot.
- The size of the rooms varies.
Động từ
B1
action
2
Change to make different
To make something different so it is not always the same.
Mẫu sử dụng:
to vary [something]
Lỗi thường gặp:
Learners may use 'change' instead of 'vary'. 'Change' is broader, but 'vary' often suggests intentional diversity or adjustment.
Từ đồng nghĩa
alter (Slightly more formal; implies making adjustments rather than complete change.)
Từ trái nghĩa
standardize (To make everything the same without variation.)
Cụm từ đi kèm
vary the routine
|vary the menu
|vary speed
Chủ đề
daily life
|creativity
|core_vocabulary
Ví dụ
- 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.
Ví dụ cho người học
- I like to vary my meals.
- We vary our games every day.
- She varies her style of dress.
- He varies his study plan.
Động từ
B2
action
3
Change over time in amount or level
To go up and down in amount or level over time.
Từ đồng nghĩa
fluctuate (Often used for continuous, repeated changes, especially in data or measurement.)
Từ trái nghĩa
remain constant (Stays exactly the same without changing over time.)
Cụm từ đi kèm
temperatures vary
|rates vary
|levels vary
Chủ đề
measurement
|science
|core_vocabulary
|time
Ví dụ
- 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.
Ví dụ cho người học
- The price of food varies during the year.
- My mood varies with the weather.
- The water level varies after rain.
Ngữ pháp
Dạng từ điển
vary
IPA
GB/vˈɛɹi/
US/vˈɛɹi/
Âm tiết và trọng âm
vary (1 âm tiết)
Stress on 1st syllable (vary)
Các dạng từ
Verb
- Base: vary
- 3rd Person Singular: varies
- Present Participle: varying
- Past: varied
Họ từ
Forms
Related words
variable
adjective B1
variously
adverb
Negative and opposite forms
invariable
adjective C1
invariably
adverb B2
Advanced or less common
Cách diễn đạt
vary according to
1/vˈɛɹi əkˈɔɹdɪŋ tə/
fixed phrase
Change depending on a factor
To change when something else changes.
Ví dụ
- 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.
Ví dụ
- Ticket prices vary from $10 to $50 depending on the seat.
- Class sizes vary from 15 to 30 students.