B2 verb Neutro

blend

/blend/

To mix different substances, qualities, or ideas together so that they form a single, harmonious whole. It describes the process of making separate parts indistinguishable from one another or creating a smooth transition between them.

Exemplos

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1

You should blend the ingredients for at least two minutes to get a smooth texture.

Combine the food components thoroughly for two minutes to achieve a uniform consistency.

2

The new policy intends to blend economic growth with environmental sustainability.

The official plan aims to integrate financial development with the protection of nature.

3

If you wear a plain shirt, you'll blend right in at the party.

Wearing a simple shirt will help you not stand out or look different from the others.

Família de palavras

Substantivo
blend
Verb
blend
Adjetivo
blended
Relacionado
blender
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Dica de memorização

Think of a 'Blender' machine; it takes separate pieces of fruit and turns them into one smooth, uniform smoothie.

Quiz rápido

The architect wanted the new building to _______ into the natural surroundings.

Correto!

A resposta correta é: blend

Exemplos

1

You should blend the ingredients for at least two minutes to get a smooth texture.

everyday

Combine the food components thoroughly for two minutes to achieve a uniform consistency.

2

The new policy intends to blend economic growth with environmental sustainability.

formal

The official plan aims to integrate financial development with the protection of nature.

3

If you wear a plain shirt, you'll blend right in at the party.

informal

Wearing a simple shirt will help you not stand out or look different from the others.

4

This study attempts to blend sociological theory with historical data.

academic

The research tries to combine social theories with recorded historical facts.

5

The company needs to blend its online presence with its physical stores for a better customer experience.

business

The business must unify its internet activities with its actual shops to improve service.

Família de palavras

Substantivo
blend
Verb
blend
Adjetivo
blended
Relacionado
blender

Colocações comuns

blend seamlessly to combine so perfectly that the transition is invisible
blend well to harmonize or mix effectively
blend into to become part of a surrounding environment
perfectly blended a mixture that is completely uniform
color blend the smooth transition from one color to another

Frases Comuns

blend into the background

to behave or look in a way that prevents one from being noticed

a unique blend

a special or unusual combination of things

blend away

to make something disappear by mixing it into its surroundings

Frequentemente confundido com

blend vs mix

Mix is more general; blend specifically implies a harmonious or smooth combination where individual parts become hard to see.

blend vs blur

Blur refers to making something unclear or out of focus, while blend refers to combining things together.

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Notas de uso

Use 'blend' when you want to emphasize that the components work well together or are no longer easily distinguishable. It is very common in cooking, art, and describing social integration.

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Erros comuns

Learners often use 'mix' for things that should be 'blended,' like colors or flavors, where a smooth transition is key. Also, avoid using 'blend' for items that remain distinct, like a mix of nuts and bolts.

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Dica de memorização

Think of a 'Blender' machine; it takes separate pieces of fruit and turns them into one smooth, uniform smoothie.

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Origem da palavra

Derived from Middle English 'blenden', influenced by Old Norse 'blanda', meaning to mix or mingle.

Padrões gramaticais

Regular verb: blend (base), blended (past), blended (past participle) Often followed by the preposition 'with' (blend A with B) Can be used intransitively (the colors blend well)
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Contexto cultural

In modern English-speaking cultures, 'blend' is frequently used in marketing for products like coffee, tea, and whiskey to suggest a high-quality, curated mixture.

Quiz rápido

The architect wanted the new building to _______ into the natural surroundings.

Correto!

A resposta correta é: blend

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