B2noun 2K

Division

🇬🇧 UK /["/dɪˈvɪʒn/"]/ 🇺🇸 US /["/dɪˈvɪʒn/"]/

Meaning of Division

the process or result of dividing into separate parts; the process or result of dividing something or sharing it out

In simple words: The act of separating things into parts or groups.

Division in a sentence

• The division between the two teams was clear after the match.
• In math class, we focused on learning the process of division.
• The company's division of responsibilities helped improve productivity.
• Division of resources among the charities was necessary for fairness.
• The division of the country into regions was a controversial political issue.

How to use Division

Use 'division' when talking about splitting larger groups or numbers into smaller sections. It's common in math and organizational contexts. Avoid using it in informal conversations unless referring to a specific subject.

Grammar pattern

division + of + object

Memory hint

Think of 'divide' which sounds like 'division' — imagine a pizza being divided into slices.

Related words

Collocations with Division

• clear
• simple
• complex
• make
• division among
• division between
• division into
• the division of labour/​labor
• the division of wealth
• long
• do
• division by
• bitter
• deep
• great
• cause
• create
• provoke
• division among
• division between
• division within
• regional
• international
• multinational
• command
• head
• lead
• chief
• commander
• director
• in the… division
• first
• high
• junior
• clinch
• win
• dominate
• championship
• crown
• title
• in the… division
• clear
• simple
• complex
• make
• division among
• division between
• division into
• the division of labour/​labor
• the division of wealth
• clear
• simple
• complex
• make
• division among
• division between
• division into
• the division of labour/​labor
• the division of wealth
• bitter
• deep
• great
• cause
• create
• provoke
• division among
• division between
• division within

Synonyms for Division

• separation
• split
• partition
• dissection
• section

Opposites of Division

• union
• integration
• combination

Common mistakes with Division

• Confused with 'division' as an operation rather than a concept.
• Using 'divisions' when referring to a singular concept.
• Mixing up 'division' with 'division of labor' without context.

Frequently asked questions about Division

What does Division mean?

The act of separating things into parts or groups.

What is the definition of Division?

the process or result of dividing into separate parts; the process or result of dividing something or sharing it out

How do you use Division in a sentence?

The division between the two teams was clear after the match.

Can you give another example of Division?

In math class, we focused on learning the process of division.

What are synonyms for Division?

Common alternatives include separation, split, partition, dissection, section.

What is the opposite of Division?

Opposite meanings include union, integration, combination.

What words go with Division?

It commonly pairs with clear, simple, complex, make, division among, division between, division into, the division of labour/​labor, the division of wealth, long, do, division by, bitter, deep, great, cause, create, provoke, division among, division between, division within, regional, international, multinational, command, head, lead, chief, commander, director, in the… division, first, high, junior, clinch, win, dominate, championship, crown, title, in the… division, clear, simple, complex, make, division among, division between, division into, the division of labour/​labor, the division of wealth, clear, simple, complex, make, division among, division between, division into, the division of labour/​labor, the division of wealth, bitter, deep, great, cause, create, provoke, division among, division between, division within.

What are common mistakes when using Division?

Confused with 'division' as an operation rather than a concept. Using 'divisions' when referring to a singular concept. Mixing up 'division' with 'division of labor' without context.

How do you pronounce Division?

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

When should I use Division?

Use 'division' when talking about splitting larger groups or numbers into smaller sections. It's common in math and organizational contexts. Avoid using it in informal conversations unless referring to a specific subject.

What CEFR level is Division?

"Division" is at B2 level on the CEFR scale.