variable
Pronunciation
Noun
B1 Intermediate
Quick answer
A symbol, usually a letter, that stands for a number that can change or is not yet known.
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Usage notes
"Variable" is also a common adjective meaning changeable, as in "variable weather".
Test yourself
Which word fits the gap? "In the equation y equals 2x, x and y are both _____."
Answer: variable
In your own words, what does "variable" mean?
A symbol, usually a letter, that stands for a number that can change or is not yet known.
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