Stop saying 'very': 10 ways to replace this word in English
'08.10.2022'
English is a rich language, so instead of constantly using the same words, you can diversify your speech with bright and effective synonyms, explains “English Studio Let you Speak” on Yandex.Zen.
One of the most used words in English is adverb. very (“very”), and today we will see what other options it can be replaced in sentences.
Extremely
She plays the guitar extremely well. - She is very (incredible, extremely) plays the guitar well.
Completely
My friend has Completely changed - I don't recognize him. - My friend is very (completely, completely) has changed - I don't recognize him.
Really
It's really cold outside today. - It's very (really, really) coldly.
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Absolutely
The food is absolutely delicious. - The food is very (absolutely, definitely) delicious.
Deeply
He's deeply grateful to you. - He is very (deep, very much) thank you.
Unusually
You're unusually kind. - You are very (extraordinary) are kind. (* is used in case you didn't expect something and are very surprised by what is happening)
Significantly
My English language skills have improved significantly... - My language skills are very (noticeably, definitely) have improved.
Super
It's Great helpful! - This is very (super-) useful (useful)!
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Strongly
I strongly believe that we can do this! - I am very (firmly) I believe that we will do it!
Hugely
He gave her wife a enormously expensive watch. - He gave his wife a very (extremely) expensive watch.
Column original posted by user “English Studio Let you Speak” on Yandex.Zen
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