B2noun 2K

Margin

🇬🇧 UK /["/ˈmɑːdʒɪn/"]/ 🇺🇸 US /["/ˈmɑːrdʒɪn/"]/

Meaning of Margin

the empty space at the side of a written or printed page

In simple words: The space around the edges of a page or the difference in amount.

Margin in a sentence

• The company reported a significant increase in profit margin this quarter.
• To ensure success, we need to operate within a comfortable margin of error.
• He prefers to keep a margin between his personal and professional life.
• The margin for the budget was too tight to accommodate any unexpected expenses.
• Make sure to leave a margin when you print your documents to avoid cutting off any text.

How to use Margin

Used in both writing (like page layout) and finance (like profit margin). Avoid ambiguous use in casual conversation.

Grammar pattern

margin + noun/object

Memory hint

Think of a book page's border — the 'margin' is where notes might stay.

Related words

Collocations with Margin

• generous
• wide
• narrow
• adjust
• leave
• set
• at the margin
• in the margin
• winning
• comfortable
• considerable
• have
• by a margin
• margin over
• by the largest, narrowest, etc. of margins
• a margin of victory
• fat
• high
• large
• achieve
• have
• operate at
• increase
• widen
• narrow
• at a margin
• margin on
• good
• greater
• wide
• allow (somebody/​something)
• give (somebody/​something)
• leave
• margin for
• a margin for error
• a margin of error
• a margin of safety

Synonyms for Margin

• fringe

Opposites of Margin

• center
• core
• main part

Common mistakes with Margin

• Confused with 'marginal' which has a different meaning.
• Using 'margin' in place of 'border' when referring to design elements.

Frequently asked questions about Margin

What does Margin mean?

The space around the edges of a page or the difference in amount.

What is the definition of Margin?

the empty space at the side of a written or printed page

How do you use Margin in a sentence?

The company reported a significant increase in profit margin this quarter.

Can you give another example of Margin?

To ensure success, we need to operate within a comfortable margin of error.

What are synonyms for Margin?

Common alternatives include fringe.

What is the opposite of Margin?

Opposite meanings include center, core, main part.

What words go with Margin?

It commonly pairs with generous, wide, narrow, adjust, leave, set, at the margin, in the margin, winning, comfortable, considerable, have, by a margin, margin over, by the largest, narrowest, etc. of margins, a margin of victory, fat, high, large, achieve, have, operate at, increase, widen, narrow, at a margin, margin on, good, greater, wide, allow (somebody/​something), give (somebody/​something), leave, margin for, a margin for error, a margin of error, a margin of safety.

What are common mistakes when using Margin?

Confused with 'marginal' which has a different meaning. Using 'margin' in place of 'border' when referring to design elements.

How do you pronounce Margin?

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

When should I use Margin?

Used in both writing (like page layout) and finance (like profit margin). Avoid ambiguous use in casual conversation.

What CEFR level is Margin?

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