Adjust Meaning in English
word
/əˈdʒəst/
uh-JUHST
/ɐdʒˈʌst/
uh-JUHST
Definition
To change something slightly to make it better, more accurate, or more suitable; can also mean to get used to a new situation.
Usage & Nuances
'Adjust' can refer to small physical changes (adjust your seat) or adapting to new situations ('adjust to new life'). Common phrases are 'adjust the volume', 'adjust to the weather'. 'Adapt' is a synonym in some contexts, but 'adjust' is often used for minor or practical changes.
Spanish: ajustar - adaptarPortuguese (BR): ajustar - adaptarPortuguese (PT): ajustar - adaptarChinese (Simplified): 调整 - 适应Chinese (Traditional): 調整 - 適應Hindi: समायोजित करना - ढलनाArabic: يعدل - يتأقلمBengali: সমন্বয় করা - মানিয়ে নেওয়াRussian: настроить - приспособитьсяJapanese: 調整する - 慣れるVietnamese: điều chỉnh - thích nghiKorean: 조정하다 - 적응하다Turkish: ayarlamak - uyum sağlamakUrdu: ایڈجسٹ کرنا - خود کو ہم آہنگ کرناIndonesian: menyesuaikan - menyesuaikan diri
Example Sentences
Can you adjust the volume, please?
basic
He needed to adjust his chair to reach the desk.
basic
It takes time to adjust to a new school.
basic
I had to adjust my plans because of the weather.
natural
You’ll quickly adjust to waking up early after a few days.
natural
She adjusted the mirror so she could see better.
natural