A1noun 1K

Section

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

Meaning of Section

any of the parts into which something is divided

In simple words: A part of something, like a piece of a whole.

Section in a sentence

• Please complete the form and sign in the designated section.
• The math book has a section about geometry.
• In the meeting, we discussed a section of the project plan.
• This section of the park is great for picnics.
• She read a section of the story out loud.

How to use Section

Use 'section' when referring to a distinct part of a whole, such as a chapter in a book or a part of a document. Avoid using it in contexts where a more specific term could be clearer.

Grammar pattern

standalone noun

Memory hint

Think of 'section' as part of a 'selection' — both have 'sect' in them, indicating a piece.

Related words

Collocations with Section

• opening
• concluding
• final
• dedicate
• devote
• add
• leader
• manager
• in a/​the section
• in sections
• under section
• a section of society
• opening
• concluding
• final
• dedicate
• devote
• add
• leader
• manager
• in a/​the section
• in sections
• under section
• a section of society
• opening
• concluding
• final
• dedicate
• devote
• add
• leader
• manager
• in a/​the section
• in sections
• under section
• a section of society
• opening
• concluding
• final
• dedicate
• devote
• add
• leader
• manager
• in a/​the section
• in sections
• under section
• a section of society
• opening
• concluding
• final
• dedicate
• devote
• add
• leader
• manager
• in a/​the section
• in sections
• under section
• a section of society

Synonyms for Section

• division

Opposites of Section

• whole
• entirety

Common mistakes with Section

• Using 'section' instead of 'segment' in the context of a physical object.
• Confusing 'section' with 'sectional' when describing furniture.
• Adding unnecessary plural forms like 'sections' when referring to a single part.

Frequently asked questions about Section

What does Section mean?

A part of something, like a piece of a whole.

What is the definition of Section?

any of the parts into which something is divided

How do you use Section in a sentence?

Please complete the form and sign in the designated section.

Can you give another example of Section?

The math book has a section about geometry.

What are synonyms for Section?

Common alternatives include division.

What is the opposite of Section?

Opposite meanings include whole, entirety.

What words go with Section?

It commonly pairs with opening, concluding, final, dedicate, devote, add, leader, manager, in a/​the section, in sections, under section, a section of society, opening, concluding, final, dedicate, devote, add, leader, manager, in a/​the section, in sections, under section, a section of society, opening, concluding, final, dedicate, devote, add, leader, manager, in a/​the section, in sections, under section, a section of society, opening, concluding, final, dedicate, devote, add, leader, manager, in a/​the section, in sections, under section, a section of society, opening, concluding, final, dedicate, devote, add, leader, manager, in a/​the section, in sections, under section, a section of society.

What are common mistakes when using Section?

Using 'section' instead of 'segment' in the context of a physical object. Confusing 'section' with 'sectional' when describing furniture. Adding unnecessary plural forms like 'sections' when referring to a single part.

How do you pronounce Section?

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

When should I use Section?

Use 'section' when referring to a distinct part of a whole, such as a chapter in a book or a part of a document. Avoid using it in contexts where a more specific term could be clearer.

What CEFR level is Section?

"Section" is at A1 level on the CEFR scale.