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adjust

adjust

Meaning of adjust

change fit

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Pronunciation
British English/əˈdʒʌst/
American English/əˈdʒʌst/
Chinese pronunciation in Latin letterstiáo zhěng
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adjust with Chinese translation

adjust usage examples

🇨🇳Chinese🇬🇧English

Can you adjust the strap so the bag sits higher on your shoulder?

🇨🇳Chinese🇬🇧English

Please adjust the buckle so the bracelet fits snugly.

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adjust belongs to the topic "Accessories". Start with a short 7-word set so the word is easier to remember in context.

adjust调整
shirt衬衫
skirt裙子
pants裤子
trousers长裤
jeans牛仔裤
shorts短裤

adjust synonyms

Related word breakdowns

What's the difference between adjust / regulate / calibrate / tune / alter / modify

R
🇬🇧English
regulate

to control or maintain the rate or level of something, often by rules or mechanisms

B2Often

The thermostat regulates the temperature automatically.

C
🇬🇧English
calibrate

to set or check an instrument or device so it gives accurate measurements

B2Rarely

The lab technician calibrated the microscope before the experiment.

🇬🇧English

to adjust something (e.g., engine, instrument) for better performance or accuracy

B1Often

He tuned the guitar before the concert.

🇬🇧English

to change something, often in a more general or substantial way

B1Often

She altered the dress to fit better.

M
🇬🇧English
modify

to make partial or minor changes to something, often for improvement or adaptation

B1Often

The software was modified to meet the new requirements.

🇬🇧English

to change something to suit new conditions or uses

B1Often

We adapted the curriculum for online learning.

🇬🇧English

to make something tighter or more secure; a specific physical adjustment

A2Often

Please tighten the screws on the chair.

🇬🇧English

to make something less tight; a specific physical adjustment or relaxation

A2Often

Loosen the strap if it feels too tight.

C
🇬🇧English
customize

to change or build something to meet an individual’s needs or preferences

B2Often

You can customize the dashboard to show the widgets you need.

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How to pronounce adjust and what this word means

adjust means adjust. This page includes translation, pronunciation, transcription, audio, usage examples and related words.

how to pronounce adjust

/əˈdʒʌst/

adjust translation

adjust

adjust examples

Can you adjust the strap so the bag sits higher on your shoulder?

adjust transcription

/əˈdʒʌst/, /əˈdʒʌst/

Questions about this word

adjust meaning: what does it mean?

change fit

adjust pronunciation: how do you pronounce it?

adjust is pronounced as /əˈdʒʌst/. Audio is available on this page when the word has a recording.

adjust definition and sentence examples: how is it used in a sentence?

Can you adjust the strap so the bag sits higher on your shoulder? Translation: Можешь регулировать ремешок, чтобы сумка сидела выше на плече?

Is adjust part of Accessories vocabulary?

Yes, adjust can be learned in the Accessories topic. This semantic link helps build related word lists and topic-based practice.

Is adjust part of Clothing and Fashion vocabulary?

Yes, adjust can be learned in the Clothing and Fashion topic. This semantic link helps build related word lists and topic-based practice.

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