B2
variation vs variety
The difference
| Word | Meaning | Goes with | Example |
|---|---|---|---|
| variationnoun/ˌver.iˈeɪ.ʃən/ | Meaning a change or difference in amount or level; also something slightly different from the usual form | Goes with variation in | Example There is a lot of variation in prices between markets and supermarkets. |
| varietynoun/vəˈraɪ.ə.ti/ | Meaning many different kinds of things; also one type of something, such as a plant | Goes with wide variety | Example Ben Thanh Market sells a wide variety of food, clothes and souvenirs. |
Which word fits?
1 of 8Pick the word for the gap. Its form may change in the sentence.
Tourist numbers show a clear seasonal .