C1noun 2K

Separation

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

Meaning of Separation

the act of separating people or things; the state of being separate

In simple words: The action of moving apart or being apart.

Separation in a sentence

• The separation of the two companies was finalized last month.
• They announced their separation after ten years of marriage.
• Physical separation from her family during the pandemic was very difficult.
• Separation of recyclable materials is necessary for efficient waste processing.
• The chemical process involves a separation of components based on boiling point.
• Separation anxiety is common in young children when they are apart from their parents.
• The project required a clear separation of duties among team members.

How to use Separation

Use 'separation' in both formal and neutral contexts. It might not be appropriate in casual conversations, where simpler terms like 'break' could be used instead.

Grammar pattern

separation + (from) + object

Memory hint

Think of 'separate' — when two people or things are taken apart.

Related words

Collocations with Separation

• complete
• total
• clear
• separation between
• separation from
• separation anxiety
• separation of powers
• complete
• total
• clear
• separation between
• separation from
• separation anxiety
• separation of powers
• formal
• judicial
• legal
• agreement
• separation between
• separation from

Synonyms for Separation

• division
• detachment
• disconnection
• split
• partition

Opposites of Separation

• union
• togetherness
• connection

Common mistakes with Separation

• 'Separating' used incorrectly as a noun instead of 'separation'.
• Confusing 'separation' with 'divide' in contexts where a physical barrier is implied.

Frequently asked questions about Separation

What does Separation mean?

The action of moving apart or being apart.

What is the definition of Separation?

the act of separating people or things; the state of being separate

How do you use Separation in a sentence?

The separation of the two companies was finalized last month.

Can you give another example of Separation?

They announced their separation after ten years of marriage.

What are synonyms for Separation?

Common alternatives include division, detachment, disconnection, split, partition.

What is the opposite of Separation?

Opposite meanings include union, togetherness, connection.

What words go with Separation?

It commonly pairs with complete, total, clear, separation between, separation from, separation anxiety, separation of powers, complete, total, clear, separation between, separation from, separation anxiety, separation of powers, formal, judicial, legal, agreement, separation between, separation from.

What are common mistakes when using Separation?

'Separating' used incorrectly as a noun instead of 'separation'. Confusing 'separation' with 'divide' in contexts where a physical barrier is implied.

How do you pronounce Separation?

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

When should I use Separation?

Use 'separation' in both formal and neutral contexts. It might not be appropriate in casual conversations, where simpler terms like 'break' could be used instead.

What CEFR level is Separation?

"Separation" is at C1 level on the CEFR scale.