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Have you ever noticed how often you use the word VERY? If you wish to
speak like a native English speaker, it’s important to have a list of
vocabularies to use instead of “very”. Saying “It is very simple and also
very challenging” can sound monotonous. While useful at times, the word
“very” is overused and sometimes even imprecise. You can make your
writing and speaking stronger by reducing the frequency of using it and
replacing “very” with more appropriate vocabularies. A variety of English
words can be used instead of “very” to sound more interesting.
Our team has made a small guide for you of those more precise English
words. Enjoy!
Very Accurate Exact/Exactly (Sangat Akurat)
“The team will meet at exactly six o'clock.”
Very Bad Awful (Sangat Buruk)
“There is an awful smell in the library.”
Very Caring Compassionate (Sangat Perduli)
“My wife wanted me to be passionate and compassionate.”
Very Difficult Arduous (Sangat Sulit)
“She couldn't make such an arduous journey.”
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