compare — to examine the similarities and differences between two or more things
Part of speech: VERB
Definition: to examine the similarities and differences between two or more things
Pronunciation (IPA): /kəmˈper/
Example Sentences
- My mom always compares me to the neighbor's kid who got into Seoul National University.
- Comparing my bank account to a black hole - money goes in and disappears mysteriously.
- The researchers compared data from 50 different countries to identify global trends.
compare
VERB[/kəmˈper/]
to examine the similarities and differences between two or more things
The girl compared two smartphones before choosing one.
The student compared a pair of shoes before buying them. (COM + PAIR → compare a pair by putting them together)
정비사는 자전거 두 대를 비교하고, 고장 난 것을 수리한 뒤, 경기를 위해 준비했다.
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
The word derives from Latin comparare, formed by combining com- (together) and par (equal, level). The verb originally meant to place things side by side as equals or to bring into correspondence.
Breakdown
com- (together) + par (equal) + -are (Latin infinitive ending) = to place together as equal or to examine in relation to each other.
🎵Rhyme
🔗Collocations
“Compare this year's sales with last year's.”
“He compared her beauty to a rose.”
“Let's compare notes after the meeting.”
“Her talent is beyond compare.”
“Our product compares favorably with competitors.”
📝Examples
“My mom always compares me to the neighbor's kid who got into Seoul National University.”
“Comparing my bank account to a black hole - money goes in and disappears mysteriously.”
“The researchers compared data from 50 different countries to identify global trends.”
“Shakespeare compared life to a stage where we are all actors.”
“Before buying a smartphone, it's wise to compare prices and features.”
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