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Partnership

UK /["/ˈpɑːtnəʃɪp/"]/US /["/ˈpɑːrtnərʃɪp/"]/

Definition

the state of being a partner in business

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

Examples

  • 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.

Usage notes

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.

Collocations

  • 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

  • collaboration
  • association
  • alliance
  • cooperation
  • joint venture

Antonyms

  • division
  • separation
  • isolation

Common mistakes

  • 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.