B2noun 2K

Variation

🇬🇧 UK /["/ˌveəriˈeɪʃn/"]/ 🇺🇸 US /["/ˌveriˈeɪʃn/"]/

Meaning of Variation

a change, especially in the amount or level of something

In simple words: A way something is different from something else.

Variation in a sentence

• The experiment showed a significant variation in the results based on the temperature.
• There is a lot of variation in the styles of music played at the festival this year.
• To achieve better results, we must consider the variation among the participants' backgrounds.
• In biology, variation is essential for the process of evolution.
• He made a slight variation to the original recipe, which improved the flavor.
• The variation in weather patterns can be attributed to climate change.

How to use Variation

Use 'variation' when discussing differences in types or amounts. It's appropriate in academic settings, but can also be used in casual conversations about options or alternatives.

Grammar pattern

variation + of (something)

Memory hint

Think of 'vary' in 'variation' — they both deal with differences.

Related words

Collocations with Variation

• considerable
• dramatic
• enormous
• amount
• degree
• level
• reflect
• show
• find
• occur
• variation according to
• variation across
• variation among
• a range of variation
• a variation on a theme
• considerable
• dramatic
• enormous
• amount
• degree
• level
• reflect
• show
• find
• occur
• variation according to
• variation across
• variation among
• a range of variation
• a variation on a theme

Synonyms for Variation

• alteration
• diversity
• modification
• change
• variation

Opposites of Variation

• uniformity
• sameness
• consistency

Common mistakes with Variation

• Confused with 'variety' — 'variation' refers to differences, while 'variety' refers to many kinds.
• Using it in place of 'change' — 'variation' implies differences, not necessarily changes.
• Mixing up singular and plural forms — remember to use 'variations' when talking about more than one.

Frequently asked questions about Variation

What does Variation mean?

A way something is different from something else.

What is the definition of Variation?

a change, especially in the amount or level of something

How do you use Variation in a sentence?

The experiment showed a significant variation in the results based on the temperature.

Can you give another example of Variation?

There is a lot of variation in the styles of music played at the festival this year.

What are synonyms for Variation?

Common alternatives include alteration, diversity, modification, change, variation.

What is the opposite of Variation?

Opposite meanings include uniformity, sameness, consistency.

What words go with Variation?

It commonly pairs with considerable, dramatic, enormous, amount, degree, level, reflect, show, find, occur, variation according to, variation across, variation among, a range of variation, a variation on a theme, considerable, dramatic, enormous, amount, degree, level, reflect, show, find, occur, variation according to, variation across, variation among, a range of variation, a variation on a theme.

What are common mistakes when using Variation?

Confused with 'variety' — 'variation' refers to differences, while 'variety' refers to many kinds. Using it in place of 'change' — 'variation' implies differences, not necessarily changes. Mixing up singular and plural forms — remember to use 'variations' when talking about more than one.

How do you pronounce Variation?

US: /["/ˌveriˈeɪʃn/"]/, UK: /["/ˌveəriˈeɪʃn/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Variation?

Use 'variation' when discussing differences in types or amounts. It's appropriate in academic settings, but can also be used in casual conversations about options or alternatives.

What CEFR level is Variation?

"Variation" is at B2 level on the CEFR scale.