According Flashcards
According
The word “according” in English is used to indicate a relationship or connection between two pieces of information. Here are the main ways it is used:
As stated by:
“According to the news, there will be a heatwave next week.”
“According to my teacher, this book is a must-read.”
In proportion or relation to:
“The project will be funded according to its importance.”
“Your responsibilities will increase according to your experience.”
In conformity with:
“Everything was done according to the rules.”
“The event was organized according to the plan.”
Based on:
“According to my calculations, we should arrive by noon.”
“According to the data, sales have increased by 20%.”