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UK//ˌrɛlɪˈɡeɪʃən//US//ˌrɛlɪˈɡeɪʃən//

Meaning of Relegation

The condition of being moved to a lower division in sports.

In simple words: When a team is moved to a lower division in sports.

Relegation in a sentence

  • The team's poor performance led to their relegation from the Premier League.
  • Many fans were devastated by the club's relegation to the Championship.
  • Relegation can have serious financial consequences for a football club.
  • He was worried that their recent losses could mean relegation to a lower tier.
  • Teams fighting against relegation often play with increased intensity.

How to use Relegation

Commonly used in sports contexts, particularly in football (soccer). Not typically used outside of competitive team settings.

Grammar pattern

relegation + object

Memory hint

Think of 'rail' as going down a track; relegation moves teams down a level.

Related words

Collocations with Relegation

  • face relegation
  • avoid relegation
  • fight against relegation
  • relegation zone
  • relegation battle

Synonyms for Relegation

Common mistakes with Relegation

  • Confused with 'elevation' which means to go up, instead of down.
  • Assuming relegation is only applicable to football; it can apply to other sports too.
  • Using relegation in a non-sporting context, which can cause confusion.

Compare Relegation with Downgrade, Fall, Drop, Displacement

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Frequently asked questions about Relegation

What does Relegation mean?

When a team is moved to a lower division in sports.

What is the definition of Relegation?

The condition of being moved to a lower division in sports.

How do you use Relegation in a sentence?

The team's poor performance led to their relegation from the Premier League.

Can you give another example of Relegation?

Many fans were devastated by the club's relegation to the Championship.

What are synonyms for Relegation?

Common alternatives include demotion, downgrade, fall, drop, displacement.

What words go with Relegation?

It commonly pairs with face relegation, avoid relegation, fight against relegation, relegation zone, relegation battle.

What are common mistakes when using Relegation?

Confused with 'elevation' which means to go up, instead of down. Assuming relegation is only applicable to football; it can apply to other sports too. Using relegation in a non-sporting context, which can cause confusion.

How do you pronounce Relegation?

US: //ˌrɛlɪˈɡeɪʃən//, UK: //ˌrɛlɪˈɡeɪʃən//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Relegation?

Commonly used in sports contexts, particularly in football (soccer). Not typically used outside of competitive team settings.