comparing
word · lemma: compare
/kəmˈpɛɹɪŋ/
/kəmpˈeəɹɪŋ/
Definition
Looking at two or more things to find similarities and differences between them.
Usage & Nuances
'Comparing' is used when examining similarities and differences, often between products, ideas, or people. Common phrases: 'comparing A and B', 'comparing to', 'comparing with.' Don't confuse with 'contrasting,' which focuses mainly on differences.
Spanish: compararPortuguese (BR): compararPortuguese (PT): compararChinese (Simplified): 比较Chinese (Traditional): 比較Hindi: तुलना करनाArabic: مقارنةBengali: তুলনা করাRussian: сравниватьJapanese: 比較するVietnamese: so sánhKorean: 비교하다Turkish: karşılaştırmakUrdu: موازنہ کرناIndonesian: membandingkan
Example Sentences
We are comparing the prices of two phones.
basic
Comparing these two paintings is not easy.
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He enjoys comparing different cars.
basic
After comparing reviews, I decided to buy the cheaper laptop.
natural
Stop comparing yourself to others—everyone is different.
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I'm always comparing new restaurants with my old favorites.
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