🇬🇧 Comparison meaning: English Vocabulary Flash Card

Comparison is the act of examining two or more items to identify their similarities and differences. It involves evaluating characteristics, qualities, or quantities to understand how they relate to each other.

In comparison to a turtle, I run super fast. In comparison to my mom, I run like a turtle.

My dog looks tiny in comparison to our neighbor’s Great Dane, which is basically a horse.

My math test was hard, but in comparison to cleaning my room, it was a piece of cake.

My alarm clock is loud, but in comparison to my mom yelling “WAKE UP!” it’s a gentle whisper.

My drawing of a cat looks amazing… until you see it in comparison to an actual cat.

Tom found two small dogs. He did a quick comparison: one dog had a spot, one dog had clean fur. The next comparison was loud: one dog barked, one dog slept. A slow comparison showed both loved his hand. The final comparison was easy: both were warm. Each comparison made Tom smile, so he kept both.

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This word is at the B1 level, which means it’s important for understanding and discussing familiar topics like work, school, or leisure. Words at this level help you express your thoughts, opinions, and experiences with more detail.

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