B1noun 2K

Chapter

🇬🇧 UK /["/ˈtʃæptə(r)/"]/ 🇺🇸 US /["/ˈtʃæptər/"]/

Meaning of Chapter

a separate section of a book, usually with a number or title

In simple words: A part of a book or story.

Chapter in a sentence

• The first chapter of the book introduces the main characters.
• In our literature class, we discussed the themes in the final chapter.
• Each chapter of the report provides detailed analysis and statistics.
• I find the chapter about ancient history to be very fascinating.
• The author has written a chapter on cultural influences in modern society.
• After reading the chapter, I had many questions about the character's motives.

How to use Chapter

Used in all contexts related to books, literature, and stories. It is appropriate in formal writing and casual conversations but should not be used in unrelated fields.

Grammar pattern

standalone noun

Memory hint

Think of 'chapter' like a 'chappie' telling a new part of a story.

Related words

Collocations with Chapter

• first
• introductory
• opening
• be entitled something
• be titled something
• address something
• read
• write
• dedicate
• in a/​the chapter
• chapter about
• chapter on
• difficult
• sad
• unhappy

Synonyms for Chapter

• section
• segment
• part
• division
• installment

Opposites of Chapter

• whole
• entirety

Common mistakes with Chapter

• Confusing 'chapter' with 'paragraph' which is shorter.
• Using 'chapters' when referring to individual stories in a collection without understanding the context.
• Mispronouncing the word as 'chat-per' instead of 'chap-ter'.

Frequently asked questions about Chapter

What does Chapter mean?

A part of a book or story.

What is the definition of Chapter?

a separate section of a book, usually with a number or title

How do you use Chapter in a sentence?

The first chapter of the book introduces the main characters.

Can you give another example of Chapter?

In our literature class, we discussed the themes in the final chapter.

What are synonyms for Chapter?

Common alternatives include section, segment, part, division, installment.

What is the opposite of Chapter?

Opposite meanings include whole, entirety.

What words go with Chapter?

It commonly pairs with first, introductory, opening, be entitled something, be titled something, address something, read, write, dedicate, in a/​the chapter, chapter about, chapter on, difficult, sad, unhappy.

What are common mistakes when using Chapter?

Confusing 'chapter' with 'paragraph' which is shorter. Using 'chapters' when referring to individual stories in a collection without understanding the context. Mispronouncing the word as 'chat-per' instead of 'chap-ter'.

How do you pronounce Chapter?

US: /["/ˈtʃæptər/"]/, UK: /["/ˈtʃæptə(r)/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Chapter?

Used in all contexts related to books, literature, and stories. It is appropriate in formal writing and casual conversations but should not be used in unrelated fields.

What CEFR level is Chapter?

"Chapter" is at B1 level on the CEFR scale.