Cool MateMeaning of Fraction
a small part or amount of something
In simple words: A part of a whole, often shown as a number with a top and a bottom.
Fraction in a sentence
- Only a small fraction of a bank's total deposits will be withdrawn at any one time.
- She hesitated for the merest fraction of a second.
- He raised his voice a fraction.
- A mere fraction of available wind energy is currently utilized.
- The average income is high, though many people earn just a fraction of that average.
- Why not grow your own fruit at a fraction of the price?
- How do you express 25% as a fraction?
- The third fraction contains alcohols with boiling points of 120–130℃.
How to use Fraction
Used in math and everyday situations to describe dividing things. It may not be used in casual conversations unless discussing specific math topics.
Grammar pattern
fraction + of + whole
Memory hint
Think of a 'fraction' like a tiny piece of a delicious cake, it's not the whole cake!
Related words
Collocations with Fraction
- large
- significant
- sizeable
- fraction of
- just a fraction
- only a fraction
- vulgar
- decimal
- improper
- express something as
Synonyms for Fraction
- rational number
Opposites of Fraction
- whole
- entirety
Common mistakes with Fraction
- Confused with 'fractional' which means something that is in part.
- Omitting the word 'of' when describing parts, e.g., saying '1/2 cake' instead of '1/2 of a cake'.
- Using it incorrectly with non-numerical contexts.
Fraction appears in
Fraction in other languages
- Arabicالعربية
كسر, جزء
جزء من كل، وغالباً ما يُظهر كرقم له بسط ومقام.
- Bengaliবাংলা
ভগ্নাংশ
একটি সম্পূর্ণ জিনিসের অংশ, যা প্রায়শই একটি সংখ্যা হিসাবে দেখানো হয় যার উপরে এবং নিচে সংখ্যা থাকে।
- GermanDeutsch
Bruch, Bruchteil
Ein Teil eines Ganzen, oft als Zahl mit einem Zähler und einem Nenner dargestellt.
- SpanishEspañol
Fracción
Una parte de un todo, a menudo representada como un número con un numerador y un denominador.
- Persianفارسی
کسر، بخش
یه بخش از کل که معمولاً با یه عدد بالا و پایین نشون داده میشه.
- FrenchFrançais
Fraction
Une partie d'un tout, souvent représentée par un nombre avec un haut et un bas.
- Hindiहिन्दी
भिन्न
किसी पूरे का एक हिस्सा, जिसे अक्सर ऊपर और नीचे की संख्या के रूप में दिखाया जाता है।
- ItalianItaliano
Frazione
Una parte di un intero, spesso mostrata come un numero con una linea che separa un numero sopra e uno sotto.
- PortuguesePortuguês
Fração
Uma parte de um todo, muitas vezes mostrada como um número com um traço em cima e outro embaixo.
- RussianРусский
Дробь, доля
Часть целого, часто выраженная числом с числителем и знаменателем.
- Urduاردو
کسر، حصہ
کسی پورے کا ایک حصہ، جسے اکثر اوپر اور نیچے کے نمبر کے طور پر دکھایا جاتا ہے۔
- Chinese中文
分数, 一小部分
整体的一部分，通常用上下两个数字表示。
More words like Fraction
- AbolishC1
To formally put an end to a system, practice, or institution.
- AbortionC1
the deliberate ending of a pregnancy at an early stage
- AbsenceC1
the fact of somebody being away from a place where they are usually expected to be; the occasion or period of time when somebody is away
- AbsentC1
not in a place because of illness, etc.
- AbsorbB2
To take in a liquid, gas, or other substances.
- AbstractB2
based on general ideas and not on any particular real person, thing or situation
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Frequently asked questions about Fraction
What does Fraction mean?
A part of a whole, often shown as a number with a top and a bottom.
What is the definition of Fraction?
a small part or amount of something
How do you use Fraction in a sentence?
Only a small fraction of a bank's total deposits will be withdrawn at any one time.
Can you give another example of Fraction?
She hesitated for the merest fraction of a second.
What are synonyms for Fraction?
Common alternatives include rational number.
What is the opposite of Fraction?
Opposite meanings include whole, entirety.
What words go with Fraction?
It commonly pairs with large, significant, sizeable, fraction of, just a fraction, only a fraction, vulgar, decimal, improper, express something as.
What are common mistakes when using Fraction?
Confused with 'fractional' which means something that is in part. Omitting the word 'of' when describing parts, e.g., saying '1/2 cake' instead of '1/2 of a cake'. Using it incorrectly with non-numerical contexts.
How do you pronounce Fraction?
US: /["/ˈfrækʃn/"]/, UK: /["/ˈfrækʃn/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.
When should I use Fraction?
Used in math and everyday situations to describe dividing things. It may not be used in casual conversations unless discussing specific math topics.
What CEFR level is Fraction?
"Fraction" is at B2 level on the CEFR scale.