B2verbworkhealth
US/ˈbæl.əns/
UK/ˈbæl.əns/
to keep something steady without falling, or to give the right amount of attention to different things
In context
The street vendor balanced two heavy baskets on a bamboo pole.
It's hard to balance work and family when you have a new baby.
The government must balance economic growth against the needs of the environment.
Words that go with balance
verb + noun
- balance work and familyFlexible hours help parents balance work and family.
- balance the budgetThe city cut spending to balance the budget.
verb + preposition
- balance againstThe benefits must be balanced against the risks.
- balance onThe boy balanced on one leg for a whole minute.
adverb + verb
- carefully balanceA good diet carefully balances protein, fat and vegetables.
Common mistakes
Incorrect:
I try to balance between work and study.Correct: I try to balance work and study.