Manage vs Succeed: What's the Difference?
What's the Difference?
Manage" means to accomplish an action despite difficulties, while "succeed" generally refers to achieving success.
Memory Tip: manage = tough task, succeed = general success
manage has /mæn/ start, succeed has /səkˈsiːd/ start
manage /ˈmænɪdʒ/
verbTo control or organize something effectively.
Example:
If you manage to finish your homework before dinner, we can watch a movie together.
Common patterns:
manage time
manage a team
succeed /səkˈsiːd/
verbTo succeed means to do well or to achieve what you want.
Example:
If you study hard, you will succeed in passing the exam.
Common patterns:
succeed in
succeed at
Common Mistakes
I succeeded to finish the project on time despite all the challenges.
I managed to finish the project on time despite all the challenges.
The word 'managed' is appropriate here because it implies completing the task despite difficulties.
She managed in passing the exam with flying colors.
She succeeded in passing the exam with flying colors.
The word 'succeeded' is appropriate here because it indicates achieving success in passing the exam.
Quick Practice
0/2 correct1. If you ____ to finish your homework before dinner, we can watch a movie together.
2. If you study hard, you will ____ in passing the exam.
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