tweak
word
Definition
To make a small change or adjustment to improve something or make it work better.
Usage & Nuances
Commonly informal; used for physical objects, settings, or plans. Often means subtle changes, not total redesign. 'Tweak a setting', 'tweak a design' are typical collocations. Can be a noun ('a tweak') or verb. Don't confuse with 'twist' (turn).
Spanish: ajustar - retocar - modificar ligeramentePortuguese (BR): ajustar - fazer um pequeno ajuste - mexerPortuguese (PT): ajustar - fazer um pequeno ajuste - mexerChinese (Simplified): 微调 - 稍作修改Chinese (Traditional): 微調 - 稍作修改Hindi: थोड़ा बदलना - हल्का सुधार करनाArabic: يضبط قليلاً - يعدل تعديلاً بسيطاً
Example Sentences
Can you tweak the volume a little bit?
basic
She tweaked her dress before leaving.
basic
You need to tweak the recipe to make it tastier.
basic
I just need to tweak a few settings and it should work.
natural
He likes to tweak his bike until it’s perfect.
natural
After a couple of tweaks, the website looked much better.
natural