tendency
/ˈtendənsi/
English B2 · Upper-intermediatenounThinking
tendency (noun) means a way of behaving that a person or thing often shows.
Persian: گرایش
Meaning of tendency
| Word | tendency |
|---|---|
| Definition | a way of behaving that a person or thing often shows |
| Persian | گرایش |
| Pronunciation | /ˈtendənsi/ |
| Part of speech | noun |
| Level | B2 (Upper-intermediate) |
Example sentence
He has a tendency to arrive late.
او گرایش دارد که دیر برسد.
Word forms of tendency
| Word class | Form |
|---|---|
| noun | tendency |
| verb | tend |
Synonyms of tendency
inclination, trend
Common phrases with tendency
- a tendency to
- a natural tendency
- tendency towards
Related English words
analyseto study something carefully in order to understand it · B2anticipateto expect something and be ready for it · B2apparenteasy to see or understand; seeming to be true · B2approacha way of dealing with something; to come near · B2assumeto accept that something is true without having proof · B2criticalextremely important; or expressing disapproval · B2despitewithout being affected by something · B2distinguishto see or understand the difference between things · B2
Questions about tendency
What does tendency mean?
tendency (noun) means a way of behaving that a person or thing often shows.
What is the Persian meaning of tendency?
tendency means گرایش in Persian.
What level is the word tendency?
tendency is a English B2 (upper-intermediate) word.
What is another word for tendency?
Words close in meaning to tendency include inclination, trend.
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