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2012.03.08
Today the WordMaster would like to wish a very happy birthday to the great French composer Maurice Ravel. Why? Well, we just thought we'd try something different for a change!
VARY 変わる、変える、異なる、多様にする
- If something varies, it's not always the same.
To vary something is to change it from time to time.
If a group of things vary, they are not all the same.
To vary a group of things is to make it so they are not all the same. - something varies と言うと、何かがいつも同じではない、つまり、変わる、という意味です。
vary something と言うと、何かを時々変える、という意味です。
複数のものについて varyと言うと、すべてが同じではない、つまり、異なる、という意味です。
また、vary は、複数のものがすべて同じにならないようにする、つまり、多様にする、という意味もあります。
- a: How much time do you think you spend answering phones every day?
b: It varies, but on average I'd say about 2-3 hours a day. - (classified ad)
Help wanted. Part-time sous-chef. Pay varies with experience. - The energy efficiency of refrigeration units varies considerably, so it's worth doing your homework before you buy.
- My job is super flexible. I can vary my schedule from day to day with just a day's notice.
- Stated prices are Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price. Actual prices may vary .
- (executive for an international restaurant chain)
Our menu items vary from country to country. - Since I have to wear the same suit to the office every day, I try to vary the colors of my shirts and ties.
It's been a pleasure!