CEFR A2

tend

verb

Meaning

To be likely to happen or to have a particular characteristic or effect.

Examples

The roads tend to be icy in winter.
He tends to be quiet in large groups.

Synonyms: lean, be inclined, show a tendency, be prone

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tend (A2)

verb

Pronunciation: /tɛnd/

Definition

To be likely to happen or to have a particular characteristic or effect.

Examples

The roads tend to be icy in winter.
He tends to be quiet in large groups.
This type of fabric tends to shrink when washed.

How to Use tend

tend to do something (prepositional phrase): To be likely to do something. — "He tends to forget his keys."
tend to something (prepositional phrase): To care for or look after something. — "She tends to her houseplants daily."

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