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UK/["/dɪˈvaɪd/","/dɪˈvaɪdz/","/dɪˈvaɪdɪd/","/dɪˈvaɪdɪŋ/"]/US/["/dɪˈvaɪd/","/dɪˈvaɪdz/","/dɪˈvaɪdɪd/","/dɪˈvaɪdɪŋ/"]/

Meaning of Divide

In simple words: To separate something into parts or groups.

Divide in a sentence

  • It's important to divide the tasks among all team members to ensure efficiency.
  • If you divide 10 by 2, you get 5 as the answer.
  • Their opinions divide the group into two distinct camps.
  • The charity aims to divide its funds equally among several local organizations.
  • To divide a cake, you need a sharp knife and a steady hand.
  • The landscape was divided by a river, creating a natural border.
  • In mathematics, to divide is one of the four basic operations.
  • It is difficult to divide the attention of a child between two activities.

How to use Divide

Commonly used in both everyday and academic contexts. It’s appropriate for discussing numbers, ideas, or groups. Less formal contexts might use 'split' instead.

Grammar pattern

divide + object

Memory hint

Think of 'divide' as 'two sides of a pie' being separated.

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Collocations with Divide

Synonyms for Divide

Opposites of Divide

Common mistakes with Divide

  • 'Divide' is often confused with 'split' but they have different contexts.
  • Learners sometimes forget to use an object, e.g., they say 'I want to divide' but forget what to divide.
  • 'Divided by' is sometimes mixed up with 'divided from.'

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Frequently asked questions about Divide

What does Divide mean?

To separate something into parts or groups.

What is the definition of Divide?

to separate into parts; to make something separate into parts

How do you use Divide in a sentence?

It's important to divide the tasks among all team members to ensure efficiency.

Can you give another example of Divide?

If you divide 10 by 2, you get 5 as the answer.

What are synonyms for Divide?

Common alternatives include split up, share (3), separate, split (3).

What is the opposite of Divide?

Opposite meanings include unite, combine, merge.

What words go with Divide?

It commonly pairs with broadly, roughly, exactly, into, divide in two, equally, among, between, equally, among, between, bitterly, deeply, seriously, be divided about something, be divided on something, be divided over something.

What are common mistakes when using Divide?

'Divide' is often confused with 'split' but they have different contexts. Learners sometimes forget to use an object, e.g., they say 'I want to divide' but forget what to divide. 'Divided by' is sometimes mixed up with 'divided from.'

How do you pronounce Divide?

US: /["/dɪˈvaɪd/","/dɪˈvaɪdz/","/dɪˈvaɪdɪd/","/dɪˈvaɪdɪŋ/"]/, UK: /["/dɪˈvaɪd/","/dɪˈvaɪdz/","/dɪˈvaɪdɪd/","/dɪˈvaɪdɪŋ/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Divide?

Commonly used in both everyday and academic contexts. It’s appropriate for discussing numbers, ideas, or groups. Less formal contexts might use 'split' instead.

What CEFR level is Divide?

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