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various

adjective B1 Neutral

Meaning

Various means different kinds or types of something.
💡 Be careful not to confuse "various" with "variety," which means a range of different things.

Example Sentences

Are there various colors available for this shirt ?
I like to try various foods when I travel .
The store does not have various colors of this shirt .
There are various ways to solve this problem quickly .

Word in Context

On Saturday morning , Ece walked to the small market near her house and bought bread . The market had various vegetables and fruits , and she chose tomatoes and apples . While she waited in line , she saw a friend who was looking at flowers and they talked for a few minutes . After they left , Ece felt happy because the weather was warm and the sun was bright . She put the food on the kitchen table and started to plan dinner .

Common Phrases

various types various reasons various options

Synonyms

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