C1noun 5K

Circulation

🇬🇧 UK /["/ˌsɜːkjəˈleɪʃn/"]/ 🇺🇸 US /["/ˌsɜːrkjəˈleɪʃn/"]/

Meaning of Circulation

the movement of blood around the body

In simple words: The movement of something within a system.

Circulation in a sentence

• The circulation of blood in the human body is essential for maintaining health.
• The new magazine had a wide circulation, reaching readers across the country.
• During the flu season, it is important to monitor the circulation of viruses in the community.
• He noticed a decrease in the circulation of traffic on his usual route during the holidays.
• In economics, circulation refers to the movement of money within an economy.
• The artist's work has gained international circulation through various galleries and exhibitions.
• Lack of physical activity can lead to poor circulation and other health issues.
• Trade publications often have a smaller circulation compared to mainstream media.
• There is a growing concern over the circulation of misinformation on social media platforms.

How to use Circulation

Commonly used in health and finance contexts. It's appropriate for discussions about blood flow and economic systems, but less common in casual conversations.

Grammar pattern

standalone noun

Memory hint

Think of a circle where things move around – like blood in your body.

Related words

Collocations with Circulation

• good
• bad
• poor
• have
• improve
• increase
• the circulation of the blood
• general
• wide
• restricted
• go into
• put something into
• take something out of
• in circulation
• out of circulation
• large
• mass
• wide
• enjoy
• have
• boost
• increase
• rise
• fall
• figures
• area
• circulation of
• good
• bad
• poor
• have
• improve
• increase
• the circulation of the blood
• general
• wide
• restricted
• go into
• put something into
• take something out of
• in circulation
• out of circulation

Synonyms for Circulation

• flow
• movement
• distribution
• transfer
• dissemination

Opposites of Circulation

• stagnation
• dispersal

Common mistakes with Circulation

• Confused with 'circulatory', which refers specifically to the blood system.
• Used inappropriately in informal settings where simpler words are better.
• Misunderstood as only relating to money, ignoring its medical meaning.

Frequently asked questions about Circulation

What does Circulation mean?

The movement of something within a system.

What is the definition of Circulation?

the movement of blood around the body

How do you use Circulation in a sentence?

The circulation of blood in the human body is essential for maintaining health.

Can you give another example of Circulation?

The new magazine had a wide circulation, reaching readers across the country.

What are synonyms for Circulation?

Common alternatives include flow, movement, distribution, transfer, dissemination.

What is the opposite of Circulation?

Opposite meanings include stagnation, dispersal.

What words go with Circulation?

It commonly pairs with good, bad, poor, have, improve, increase, the circulation of the blood, general, wide, restricted, go into, put something into, take something out of, in circulation, out of circulation, large, mass, wide, enjoy, have, boost, increase, rise, fall, figures, area, circulation of, good, bad, poor, have, improve, increase, the circulation of the blood, general, wide, restricted, go into, put something into, take something out of, in circulation, out of circulation.

What are common mistakes when using Circulation?

Confused with 'circulatory', which refers specifically to the blood system. Used inappropriately in informal settings where simpler words are better. Misunderstood as only relating to money, ignoring its medical meaning.

How do you pronounce Circulation?

US: /["/ˌsɜːrkjəˈleɪʃn/"]/, UK: /["/ˌsɜːkjəˈleɪʃn/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Circulation?

Commonly used in health and finance contexts. It's appropriate for discussions about blood flow and economic systems, but less common in casual conversations.

What CEFR level is Circulation?

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