variation

variazione

Differenze di dimensione, quantità o altre caratteristiche tra più cose.

In inglese semplice: Differences in size, amount, or other features between things.

• There is little variation in price.
• The study found wide variation between schools.
• Seasonal variations in temperature affect the crops.

Come si usa: variation in something (We noticed variation in the quality.); variation between things (There is considerable variation between regions.)

Sinonimi: difference, diversity

Contrari: uniformity

Espressioni comuni: variation in something, regional variation

variante

Versione di qualcosa che presenta alcune differenze.

In inglese semplice: A version of something with a few differences.

• This recipe is a variation on a family favourite.
• They sell several variations of the same design.
• Her story offers an interesting variation on a familiar theme.

Come si usa: a variation on something (The film is a variation on an old story.); a variation of something (This is a variation of the basic exercise.)

Sinonimi: version, variant

Espressioni comuni: variation on something, variation of something

variazione

Piccolo cambiamento nella forma, nella posizione o nello stato di qualcosa.

In inglese semplice: A small change in the form, position, or condition of something.

• A slight variation in pressure opened the valve.
• Repeated variations in speed made the ride uncomfortable.
• The movement allows variation in the position of the arm.

Come si usa: variation in something (A variation in shape can affect how the tool works.)

Sinonimi: change, alteration

Espressioni comuni: variation in something, slight variation

variazione

Ripetizione di un tema musicale cambiando alcune note, il ritmo o altre caratteristiche.

In inglese semplice: Repeating a musical idea while changing some of its notes, rhythm, or other features.

• The composer used variation to develop the melody.
• Each variation gives the theme a different mood.
• She played three variations on the same tune.

Come si usa: a variation on a theme (The piece ends with a variation on the opening theme.)

Espressioni comuni: theme and variation, variation on something