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Branch

🇬🇧 UK /["/brɑːntʃ/"]/ 🇺🇸 US /["/bræntʃ/"]/

Meaning of Branch

a part of a tree that grows out from the main stem and on which leaves, flowers and fruit grow

In simple words: A part of a tree that grows out from the trunk.

Branch in a sentence

• The tree has a long branch that provides shade.
• She carefully climbed out on the branch to get a better view.
• The bank has a new branch opening in our neighborhood.
• He works at the branch that specializes in loans.
• The company's research branch is known for its innovations.

How to use Branch

Use 'branch' when referring to parts of trees or divisions of organizations. Don't confuse with 'brunch' or 'bunch'.

Grammar pattern

standalone noun

Memory hint

Think of a 'branch' as an arm of a tree stretching out.

Related words

Collocations with Branch

• top
• topmost
• low
• cut
• prune
• remove
• central
• high-street
• local
• establish
• open
• set up
• chairman
• chief
• manager
• central
• high-street
• local
• establish
• open
• set up
• chairman
• chief
• manager
• top
• topmost
• low
• cut
• prune
• remove

Synonyms for Branch

• department

Opposites of Branch

• trunk
• root

Common mistakes with Branch

• Confused with 'trunk' when talking about trees.
• Used incorrectly as a verb instead of a noun.
• Mispronounced as 'brang'.

Frequently asked questions about Branch

What does Branch mean?

A part of a tree that grows out from the trunk.

What is the definition of Branch?

a part of a tree that grows out from the main stem and on which leaves, flowers and fruit grow

How do you use Branch in a sentence?

The tree has a long branch that provides shade.

Can you give another example of Branch?

She carefully climbed out on the branch to get a better view.

What are synonyms for Branch?

Common alternatives include department.

What is the opposite of Branch?

Opposite meanings include trunk, root.

What words go with Branch?

It commonly pairs with top, topmost, low, cut, prune, remove, central, high-street, local, establish, open, set up, chairman, chief, manager, central, high-street, local, establish, open, set up, chairman, chief, manager, top, topmost, low, cut, prune, remove.

What are common mistakes when using Branch?

Confused with 'trunk' when talking about trees. Used incorrectly as a verb instead of a noun. Mispronounced as 'brang'.

How do you pronounce Branch?

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

When should I use Branch?

Use 'branch' when referring to parts of trees or divisions of organizations. Don't confuse with 'brunch' or 'bunch'.

What CEFR level is Branch?

"Branch" is at B1 level on the CEFR scale.