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Variety

🇬🇧 UK //vəˈraɪəti// 🇺🇸 US //vəˈraɪəti//

Meaning of Variety

A range of different things or types.

In simple words: Different types or kinds of something.

Variety in a sentence

• There is a great variety of fruits in the market.
• This novel offers a variety of characters and perspectives.
• We should try to add some variety to our meals.
• The festival features a variety of performances.
• She enjoys a variety of hobbies, including painting and hiking.

How to use Variety

Use 'variety' when talking about different types in a group. It's appropriate in both spoken and written English.

Grammar pattern

standalone noun

Memory hint

Think of 'variety' as 'varied types'—they're different!

Related words

Collocations with Variety

• variety of options
• wide variety
• great variety
• variety show

Synonyms for Variety

• diversity
• assortment
• variation
• mix

Opposites of Variety

• uniformity
• similarity

Common mistakes with Variety

• Confused with 'various', which is an adjective.
• Using 'variety' with uncountable nouns instead of countable.
• Incorrect pluralization, thinking 'varieties' is less common.

Frequently asked questions about Variety

What does Variety mean?

Different types or kinds of something.

What is the definition of Variety?

A range of different things or types.

How do you use Variety in a sentence?

There is a great variety of fruits in the market.

Can you give another example of Variety?

This novel offers a variety of characters and perspectives.

What are synonyms for Variety?

Common alternatives include diversity, assortment, variation, mix.

What is the opposite of Variety?

Opposite meanings include uniformity, similarity.

What words go with Variety?

It commonly pairs with variety of options, wide variety, great variety, variety show.

What are common mistakes when using Variety?

Confused with 'various', which is an adjective. Using 'variety' with uncountable nouns instead of countable. Incorrect pluralization, thinking 'varieties' is less common.

How do you pronounce Variety?

US: //vəˈraɪəti//, UK: //vəˈraɪəti//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Variety?

Use 'variety' when talking about different types in a group. It's appropriate in both spoken and written English.

What CEFR level is Variety?

"Variety" is at A2 level on the CEFR scale.