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UK/["/ˈdiːteɪl/"]/US/["/ˈdiːteɪl//dɪˈteɪl/"]/

Meaning of Detail

In simple words: A small part of something that adds to the whole.

Detail in a sentence

  • Please remember to include every detail in your report.
  • The artist paid attention to the detail of the painting.
  • The details of her story were truly captivating.
  • They discussed the details during the meeting.

How to use Detail

Use 'detail' when discussing parts of an explanation or description. Avoid using it in very casual conversations unless discussing specifics.

Grammar pattern

detail + object

Memory hint

Think of 'de-tail' like removing the tail from an animal, leaving just the details.

Related words

Collocations with Detail

Opposites of Detail

  • generality
  • broadness

Common mistakes with Detail

  • Confused with 'detailed', which is an adjective.
  • Using 'detail' as a verb and forgetting the object.
  • Mispronouncing it by stressing the wrong syllable.

Compare Detail with Feature, Aspect, Component, Part, Particular

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Frequently asked questions about Detail

What does Detail mean?

A small part of something that adds to the whole.

What is the definition of Detail?

a small individual fact or item; a less important fact or item

How do you use Detail in a sentence?

Please remember to include every detail in your report.

Can you give another example of Detail?

The artist paid attention to the detail of the painting.

What are synonyms for Detail?

Common alternatives include feature, aspect, component, part, particular.

What is the opposite of Detail?

Opposite meanings include generality, broadness.

What words go with Detail?

It commonly pairs with little, minor, minute, point, wealth, level, give, go into, offer, emerge, suggest something, reveal something, for details, in detail, over a/​the detail, attention to detail, down to the last detail, every last detail, little, minor, minute, point, wealth, level, give, go into, offer, emerge, suggest something, reveal something, for details, in detail, over a/​the detail, attention to detail, down to the last detail, every last detail, little, minor, minute, point, wealth, level, give, go into, offer, emerge, suggest something, reveal something, for details, in detail, over a/​the detail, attention to detail, down to the last detail, every last detail, little, minor, minute, point, wealth, level, give, go into, offer, emerge, suggest something, reveal something, for details, in detail, over a/​the detail, attention to detail, down to the last detail, every last detail.

What are common mistakes when using Detail?

Confused with 'detailed', which is an adjective. Using 'detail' as a verb and forgetting the object. Mispronouncing it by stressing the wrong syllable.

How do you pronounce Detail?

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

When should I use Detail?

Use 'detail' when discussing parts of an explanation or description. Avoid using it in very casual conversations unless discussing specifics.

What CEFR level is Detail?

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