B2noun 2K

Divorce

🇬🇧 UK /["/dɪˈvɔːs/"]/ 🇺🇸 US /["/dɪˈvɔːrs/"]/

Meaning of Divorce

the legal ending of a marriage

In simple words: When a married couple legally ends their marriage.

Divorce in a sentence

• After many years of unhappiness, they finally decided to get a divorce.
• Divorce can be a complicated and emotionally challenging process.
• The couple's divorce was finalized last week in court.
• Financial issues often contribute to a divorce.
• They announced their divorce after ten years of marriage.
• Divorce rates have been rising steadily in recent decades.

How to use Divorce

Used in both formal legal contexts and neutral conversations. Not typically used in informal settings unless discussing personal matters. Avoid using it lightheartedly.

Grammar pattern

divorce + object

Memory hint

Think of 'd-i-v-orce' as 'd-i-vorce the couple away from each other'.

Related words

Collocations with Divorce

• amicable
• uncontested
• no-fault
• want
• apply for
• ask for
• come through
• court
• case
• proceedings
• divorce from
• divorce on the grounds of
• grounds for divorce

Synonyms for Divorce

• dissolution
• termination
• split
• breakup

Opposites of Divorce

• marriage
• union
• wedding

Common mistakes with Divorce

• Confused with 'separation', which implies living apart but not legally divorced.
• Using 'divorce' as a noun instead of a verb.
• Mispronouncing the second syllable, saying 'di-vorce' instead of 'di-vors'.

Frequently asked questions about Divorce

What does Divorce mean?

When a married couple legally ends their marriage.

What is the definition of Divorce?

the legal ending of a marriage

How do you use Divorce in a sentence?

After many years of unhappiness, they finally decided to get a divorce.

Can you give another example of Divorce?

Divorce can be a complicated and emotionally challenging process.

What are synonyms for Divorce?

Common alternatives include dissolution, termination, split, breakup.

What is the opposite of Divorce?

Opposite meanings include marriage, union, wedding.

What words go with Divorce?

It commonly pairs with amicable, uncontested, no-fault, want, apply for, ask for, come through, court, case, proceedings, divorce from, divorce on the grounds of, grounds for divorce.

What are common mistakes when using Divorce?

Confused with 'separation', which implies living apart but not legally divorced. Using 'divorce' as a noun instead of a verb. Mispronouncing the second syllable, saying 'di-vorce' instead of 'di-vors'.

How do you pronounce Divorce?

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

When should I use Divorce?

Used in both formal legal contexts and neutral conversations. Not typically used in informal settings unless discussing personal matters. Avoid using it lightheartedly.

What CEFR level is Divorce?

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