vs
word
/ˈviˈɛs/
VEE-es
/vˌiːˈɛs/
VEE-es
Definition
'Vs' is an abbreviation for 'versus', used to show a competition, comparison, or conflict between two people, teams, or ideas.
Usage & Nuances
'Vs' is informal/neutral, used in sports, debates, and comparisons. Pronounced "versus" in speech, but often just written as 'vs.' or 'vs'. Do not use in formal academic writing; use 'against' or 'compared to' instead.
Spanish: vs - contraPortuguese (BR): vs - contraPortuguese (PT): vs - contraChinese (Simplified): 对 - 对抗Chinese (Traditional): 對 - 對抗Hindi: विरुद्धArabic: ضدBengali: বনামRussian: противJapanese: 対（たい）Vietnamese: so với - đối đầu vớiKorean: 대Turkish: vs - karşıUrdu: بمقابلIndonesian: vs - melawan
Example Sentences
Tonight is the Lakers vs Celtics game.
basic
It's cats vs dogs in this survey.
basic
The debate was science vs religion.
basic
Android vs iPhone? Tough choice!
natural
You always make it about me vs you, but it's not a competition.
natural
This movie is more style vs substance.
natural