B2noun 2K

Partnership

🇬🇧 UK /["/ˈpɑːtnəʃɪp/"]/ 🇺🇸 US /["/ˈpɑːrtnərʃɪp/"]/

Meaning of Partnership

the state of being a partner in business

In simple words: A partnership is when two or more people or groups work together.

Partnership in a sentence

• The two companies formed a partnership to develop new technologies.
• Their partnership in the business has lasted over a decade.
• She believes that a strong partnership with her clients is the key to success.
• In the partnership, each member has specific responsibilities and roles.
• The partnership between the artists brought about a unique gallery exhibition.
• They entered into a partnership agreement to share the profits equally.
• Effective partnership in education often leads to better learning outcomes.

How to use Partnership

Used in business and personal contexts. Appropriate when discussing collaborative efforts. Avoid in casual chats where collaboration isn't the main focus.

Grammar pattern

partnership + between/with + entities

Memory hint

Think of 'partners' in a dance; they work together in a partnership.

Related words

Collocations with Partnership

• close
• limited
• effective
• have
• build
• create
• agreement
• arrangement
• deal
• in partnership with
• partnership between
• partnership in
• civil
• domestic
• gay
• enter
• dissolve
• benefits
• rights
• status
• close
• limited
• effective
• have
• build
• create
• agreement
• arrangement
• deal
• in partnership with
• partnership between
• partnership in

Synonyms for Partnership

• collaboration
• association
• alliance
• cooperation
• joint venture

Opposites of Partnership

• division
• separation
• isolation

Common mistakes with Partnership

• Confusing 'partnership' with 'part', which indicates a portion of something.
• Using it as a verb; it is only a noun.
• Misunderstanding that partnerships can be informal, not just legal or business.

Frequently asked questions about Partnership

What does Partnership mean?

A partnership is when two or more people or groups work together.

What is the definition of Partnership?

the state of being a partner in business

How do you use Partnership in a sentence?

The two companies formed a partnership to develop new technologies.

Can you give another example of Partnership?

Their partnership in the business has lasted over a decade.

What are synonyms for Partnership?

Common alternatives include collaboration, association, alliance, cooperation, joint venture.

What is the opposite of Partnership?

Opposite meanings include division, separation, isolation.

What words go with Partnership?

It commonly pairs with close, limited, effective, have, build, create, agreement, arrangement, deal, in partnership with, partnership between, partnership in, civil, domestic, gay, enter, dissolve, benefits, rights, status, close, limited, effective, have, build, create, agreement, arrangement, deal, in partnership with, partnership between, partnership in.

What are common mistakes when using Partnership?

Confusing 'partnership' with 'part', which indicates a portion of something. Using it as a verb; it is only a noun. Misunderstanding that partnerships can be informal, not just legal or business.

How do you pronounce Partnership?

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

When should I use Partnership?

Used in business and personal contexts. Appropriate when discussing collaborative efforts. Avoid in casual chats where collaboration isn't the main focus.

What CEFR level is Partnership?

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