B2noun 1K

Decoration

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

Meaning of Decoration

a thing that makes something look more attractive on special occasions

In simple words: Something used to make a place look nicer.

Decoration in a sentence

• The decoration on the walls added a touch of elegance to the room.
• For her birthday party, she chose a winter theme for the decoration.
• He received an award that was a decoration for his bravery.
• The Christmas tree was filled with beautiful decoration this year.
• She loves crafting and often makes her own decoration for special occasions.

How to use Decoration

Use 'decoration' when referring to items that enhance appearance, like ornaments or festive items. It's suitable for both formal and informal contexts, but avoid using it in very technical or legal discussions.

Grammar pattern

decoration + object

Memory hint

Think of 'decorate' — to add something pretty.

Related words

Collocations with Decoration

• Christmas
• Halloween
• etc.
• hang
• put up
• put away
• hang
• come down
• adorn something
• Christmas
• Halloween
• etc.
• hang
• put up
• put away
• hang
• come down
• adorn something
• home
• interior
• set
• design
• home
• interior
• set
• design
• military
• numerous
• award somebody
• receive
• decorations committee
• decoration for

Synonyms for Decoration

• adornment
• embellishment
• ornament
• accessory
• accessorizing

Opposites of Decoration

• destruction
• deterioration

Common mistakes with Decoration

• Confusing with 'decor', which often refers to the overall style rather than individual items.
• Using 'decoration' as a verb incorrectly.
• Incorrect pluralization, saying 'decorations' when referring to a singular concept.

Frequently asked questions about Decoration

What does Decoration mean?

Something used to make a place look nicer.

What is the definition of Decoration?

a thing that makes something look more attractive on special occasions

How do you use Decoration in a sentence?

The decoration on the walls added a touch of elegance to the room.

Can you give another example of Decoration?

For her birthday party, she chose a winter theme for the decoration.

What are synonyms for Decoration?

Common alternatives include adornment, embellishment, ornament, accessory, accessorizing.

What is the opposite of Decoration?

Opposite meanings include destruction, deterioration.

What words go with Decoration?

It commonly pairs with Christmas, Halloween, etc., hang, put up, put away, hang, come down, adorn something, Christmas, Halloween, etc., hang, put up, put away, hang, come down, adorn something, home, interior, set, design, home, interior, set, design, military, numerous, award somebody, receive, decorations committee, decoration for.

What are common mistakes when using Decoration?

Confusing with 'decor', which often refers to the overall style rather than individual items. Using 'decoration' as a verb incorrectly. Incorrect pluralization, saying 'decorations' when referring to a singular concept.

How do you pronounce Decoration?

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

When should I use Decoration?

Use 'decoration' when referring to items that enhance appearance, like ornaments or festive items. It's suitable for both formal and informal contexts, but avoid using it in very technical or legal discussions.

What CEFR level is Decoration?

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