B2verb 1K

Split

🇬🇧 UK /["/splɪt/","/splɪts/","/ˈsplɪtɪŋ/"]/ 🇺🇸 US /["/splɪt/","/splɪts/","/ˈsplɪtɪŋ/"]/

Meaning of Split

to divide, or to make something divide, into two or more parts

In simple words: To divide something into parts or pieces.

Split in a sentence

• I need to split the cake into equal pieces for everyone.
• After the argument, they decided to split up and go their separate ways.
• Can you help me split the bills among all the friends at dinner?
• The group was split between two different opinions on the issue.
• He could easily split the logs with just a few swings of his axe.
• It's important to split your time wisely between work and leisure.
• The film split audiences, with some loving it and others hating it.
• During the competition, he attempted a split move that impressed the judges.

How to use Split

Use 'split' when talking about dividing things, like a bill or a group. It's suitable in most contexts but avoid using it in very formal writing.

Grammar pattern

split + object

Memory hint

Sounds like 'split the pie' — imagine cutting a pie into pieces.

Related words

Collocations with Split

• equally
• evenly
• among
• between
• split something two, three, etc. ways
• split the difference
• split your time between something and something
• eventually
• finally
• apart
• from
• into
• on
• be deeply split
• easily
• apart
• open
• into

Synonyms for Split

• divide
• separate
• partition
• dissect
• split up

Opposites of Split

• unite
• combine
• join

Common mistakes with Split

• 'Splitting' used incorrectly in continuous tense when referring to a completed action.
• 'Split' confused with 'spliT' when forming past tense.
• Incorrectly using 'split' without an object, as in 'We will split.'

Frequently asked questions about Split

What does Split mean?

To divide something into parts or pieces.

What is the definition of Split?

to divide, or to make something divide, into two or more parts

How do you use Split in a sentence?

I need to split the cake into equal pieces for everyone.

Can you give another example of Split?

After the argument, they decided to split up and go their separate ways.

What are synonyms for Split?

Common alternatives include divide, separate, partition, dissect, split up.

What is the opposite of Split?

Opposite meanings include unite, combine, join.

What words go with Split?

It commonly pairs with equally, evenly, among, between, split something two, three, etc. ways, split the difference, split your time between something and something, eventually, finally, apart, from, into, on, be deeply split, easily, apart, open, into.

What are common mistakes when using Split?

'Splitting' used incorrectly in continuous tense when referring to a completed action. 'Split' confused with 'spliT' when forming past tense. Incorrectly using 'split' without an object, as in 'We will split.'

How do you pronounce Split?

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

When should I use Split?

Use 'split' when talking about dividing things, like a bill or a group. It's suitable in most contexts but avoid using it in very formal writing.

What CEFR level is Split?

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