Cool MateMeaning of Intersection
a place where two or more roads, lines, etc. meet or cross each other
In simple words: A place where two or more roads meet.
Intersection in a sentence
- Traffic lights have been placed at all major intersections.
- It is a busy intersection, almost invariably clogged with traffic.
- The accident occurred at the intersection of Mulholland Drive with Canyonback Road.
How to use Intersection
Use 'intersection' when talking about roads or paths. It's neutral, so suitable for both formal and informal contexts. Avoid using it for non-physical or abstract connections.
Grammar pattern
standalone noun
Memory hint
Think of 'inter' as 'between' and 'section' as 'parts' — a place between different road parts.
Related words
Collocations with Intersection
- traffic intersection
- four-way intersection
- intersection sign
Opposites of Intersection
- divergence
- separation
Common mistakes with Intersection
- Confusing with 'junction', which can imply more complex connections.
- Using it in non-road contexts, like emotional intersections.
- Mispronouncing it as 'inter-section' instead of 'in-ter-section'.
Intersection appears in
Intersection in other languages
- Arabicالعربية
تقاطع
مكان تلتقي فيه طريقان أو أكثر.
- Bengaliবাংলা
ছেদ
দুটি বা ততোধিক রাস্তার মিলনস্থল।
- GermanDeutsch
Kreuzung
Ein Ort, an dem sich zwei oder mehr Straßen treffen.
- SpanishEspañol
Intersección
Un lugar donde se juntan dos o más calles.
- Persianفارسی
تقاطع
جایی که دو یا چند جاده به هم میرسند.
- FrenchFrançais
Intersection
Un endroit où deux routes ou plus se croisent.
- Hindiहिन्दी
चौराहा
वह जगह जहाँ दो या दो से अधिक सड़कें मिलती हैं।
- ItalianItaliano
Incrocio
Un punto in cui si incontrano due o più strade.
- PortuguesePortuguês
Cruzamento
Um lugar onde duas ou mais estradas se encontram.
- RussianРусский
Перекресток
Место, где сходятся две или более дороги.
- Urduاردو
چوک، چوراہا
وہ جگہ جہاں دو یا زیادہ سڑکیں ملتی ہیں۔
- Chinese中文
交叉路口
两条或多条道路相遇的地方。
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the fact of somebody being away from a place where they are usually expected to be; the occasion or period of time when somebody is away
- AbsentC1
not in a place because of illness, etc.
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Frequently asked questions about Intersection
What does Intersection mean?
A place where two or more roads meet.
What is the definition of Intersection?
a place where two or more roads, lines, etc. meet or cross each other
How do you use Intersection in a sentence?
Traffic lights have been placed at all major intersections.
Can you give another example of Intersection?
It is a busy intersection, almost invariably clogged with traffic.
What are synonyms for Intersection?
Common alternatives include crossing, junction, crossroad, meeting point.
What is the opposite of Intersection?
Opposite meanings include divergence, separation.
What words go with Intersection?
It commonly pairs with traffic intersection, four-way intersection, intersection sign.
What are common mistakes when using Intersection?
Confusing with 'junction', which can imply more complex connections. Using it in non-road contexts, like emotional intersections. Mispronouncing it as 'inter-section' instead of 'in-ter-section'.
How do you pronounce Intersection?
US: /["/ˈɪntərsekʃn/","/ˌɪntərˈsekʃn/"]/, UK: /["/ˈɪntəsekʃn/","/ˌɪntəˈsekʃn/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.
When should I use Intersection?
Use 'intersection' when talking about roads or paths. It's neutral, so suitable for both formal and informal contexts. Avoid using it for non-physical or abstract connections.
What CEFR level is Intersection?
"Intersection" is at B1 level on the CEFR scale.