Meaning of the word tends in English

What does tends mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

tends

US /tɛndz/
UK /tɛndz/

Verb

1.

regularly behave in a particular way or have a certain characteristic

Example:
She tends to be late for appointments.
The weather here tends to be very cold in winter.
2.

care for or look after; minister to

Example:
A good gardener tends to his plants daily.
The shepherd tends his flock in the fields.