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Balance

🇬🇧 UK /["/ˈbæləns/"]/ 🇺🇸 US /["/ˈbæləns/"]/

Meaning of Balance

a situation in which different things exist in equal, correct or good amounts

In simple words: To make things even or equal.

Balance in a sentence

• She found it difficult to maintain her balance while walking on the tightrope.
• A healthy work-life balance is essential for personal happiness.
• The accountant helped us achieve balance in our budget for the year.
• Yoga can improve your balance and flexibility.
• He tried to balance the demands of school and a part-time job.

How to use Balance

Use 'balance' when discussing equal distribution of weight or resources. It's appropriate in both formal and informal settings, but can sound awkward in very casual conversations.

Grammar pattern

balance + object

Memory hint

Think of a 'scale' balancing two weights.

Related words

Collocations with Balance

• changing
• shifting
• military
• affect
• change
• shift
• change
• shift
• swing
• the balance of advantage
• the balance of forces
• the balance of power
• excellent
• good
• poor
• have
• affect
• improve
• beam
• off balance
• a sense of balance
• account
• bank
• cash
• have
• ask for
• request
• the balance of payments
• the balance of trade
• account
• bank
• cash
• have
• ask for
• request
• the balance of payments
• the balance of trade

Synonyms for Balance

• equilibrium
• stability
• poise
• harmony
• symmetry

Opposites of Balance

• imbalance
• disparity

Common mistakes with Balance

• 'Balancing' used incorrectly as a noun instead of a verb.
• Mixing up 'balance' with 'equilibrium'.
• Saying 'balance of' instead of 'balance in'.

Frequently asked questions about Balance

What does Balance mean?

To make things even or equal.

What is the definition of Balance?

a situation in which different things exist in equal, correct or good amounts

How do you use Balance in a sentence?

She found it difficult to maintain her balance while walking on the tightrope.

Can you give another example of Balance?

A healthy work-life balance is essential for personal happiness.

What are synonyms for Balance?

Common alternatives include equilibrium, stability, poise, harmony, symmetry.

What is the opposite of Balance?

Opposite meanings include imbalance, disparity.

What words go with Balance?

It commonly pairs with changing, shifting, military, affect, change, shift, change, shift, swing, the balance of advantage, the balance of forces, the balance of power, excellent, good, poor, have, affect, improve, beam, off balance, a sense of balance, account, bank, cash, have, ask for, request, the balance of payments, the balance of trade, account, bank, cash, have, ask for, request, the balance of payments, the balance of trade.

What are common mistakes when using Balance?

'Balancing' used incorrectly as a noun instead of a verb. Mixing up 'balance' with 'equilibrium'. Saying 'balance of' instead of 'balance in'.

How do you pronounce Balance?

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

When should I use Balance?

Use 'balance' when discussing equal distribution of weight or resources. It's appropriate in both formal and informal settings, but can sound awkward in very casual conversations.

What CEFR level is Balance?

"Balance" is at B1 level on the CEFR scale.