C1noun formal 2K

Charter

🇬🇧 UK /["/ˈtʃɑːtə(r)/"]/ 🇺🇸 US /["/ˈtʃɑːrtər/"]/

Meaning of Charter

a written statement describing the rights that a particular group of people should have

In simple words: A formal agreement or document that outlines rights or rules.

Charter in a sentence

• The company signed a charter to outline the guidelines for its operations.
• The charter of rights ensures that all citizens are treated equally under the law.
• We decided to charter a boat for our summer vacation.
• The organization was founded under a special charter granted by the government.
• Our school district adopted a new charter to improve educational standards.
• He took a charter flight to avoid the long layover at the airport.

How to use Charter

Used in legal or formal contexts, such as charter documents for organizations. Not common in casual conversation.

Grammar pattern

charter + object

Memory hint

Think of a 'chart' showing the 'rules' for a journey you must follow.

Related words

Collocations with Charter

• draft
• founding
• social
• draft
• draw up
• sign
• charter for
• charter of
• draft
• founding
• social
• draft
• draw up
• sign
• charter for
• charter of
• royal
• city
• corporate
• give somebody/​something
• grant somebody/​something
• issue
• by charter

Synonyms for Charter

• constitution

Opposites of Charter

• void
• cancellation

Common mistakes with Charter

• Confusing 'charter' with 'chartered'; the former refers to the document, while the latter is an adjective.
• Using 'charter' as a verb incorrectly; it's often used as a noun, not as commonly a verb.

Frequently asked questions about Charter

What does Charter mean?

A formal agreement or document that outlines rights or rules.

What is the definition of Charter?

a written statement describing the rights that a particular group of people should have

How do you use Charter in a sentence?

The company signed a charter to outline the guidelines for its operations.

Can you give another example of Charter?

The charter of rights ensures that all citizens are treated equally under the law.

What are synonyms for Charter?

Common alternatives include constitution.

What is the opposite of Charter?

Opposite meanings include void, cancellation.

What words go with Charter?

It commonly pairs with draft, founding, social, draft, draw up, sign, charter for, charter of, draft, founding, social, draft, draw up, sign, charter for, charter of, royal, city, corporate, give somebody/​something, grant somebody/​something, issue, by charter.

What are common mistakes when using Charter?

Confusing 'charter' with 'chartered'; the former refers to the document, while the latter is an adjective. Using 'charter' as a verb incorrectly; it's often used as a noun, not as commonly a verb.

How do you pronounce Charter?

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

Is Charter formal or informal?

"Charter" is formal, so it fits professional, business, or academic conversations.

When should I use Charter?

Used in legal or formal contexts, such as charter documents for organizations. Not common in casual conversation.

What CEFR level is Charter?

"Charter" is at C1 level on the CEFR scale.