Cool MateMeaning of Very
used before adjectives, adverbs and determiners to mean ‘in a high degree’ or ‘extremely’
In simple words: used to emphasize something
Very in a sentence
- This cake is very delicious!
- I am very happy to see you!
- The movie was very interesting and fun.
- She runs very fast in competitions.
- It's very cold outside today.
- He is very tall for his age.
How to use Very
Used to increase the intensity of adjectives or adverbs. Best for neutral situations; avoid in formal writing where 'extremely' may be preferred.
Grammar pattern
very + adjective/adverb
Memory hint
Think of 'very' as a 'v' for 'very important' to remember its emphasis.
Related words
Collocations with Very
- very good
- very bad
- very happy
- very important
- very fast
Synonyms for Very
Common mistakes with Very
- Using 'very' with negative adjectives like 'bad' too much.
- Confusing with 'really' in casual conversation.
- Overusing 'very' can make writing less impactful.
Compare Very with Extremely, Really, Quite, Super, Incredibly
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Frequently asked questions about Very
What does Very mean?
used to emphasize something
What is the definition of Very?
used before adjectives, adverbs and determiners to mean ‘in a high degree’ or ‘extremely’
How do you use Very in a sentence?
This cake is very delicious!
Can you give another example of Very?
I am very happy to see you!
What are synonyms for Very?
Common alternatives include extremely, really, quite, super, incredibly.
What is the opposite of Very?
Opposite meanings include not, slightly, somewhat.
What words go with Very?
It commonly pairs with very good, very bad, very happy, very important, very fast.
What are common mistakes when using Very?
Using 'very' with negative adjectives like 'bad' too much. Confusing with 'really' in casual conversation. Overusing 'very' can make writing less impactful.
How do you pronounce Very?
US: /["/ˈveri/"]/, UK: /["/ˈveri/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.
When should I use Very?
Used to increase the intensity of adjectives or adverbs. Best for neutral situations; avoid in formal writing where 'extremely' may be preferred.
What CEFR level is Very?
"Very" is at A1 level on the CEFR scale.