Section

/sˈɛkʃən/

/ˈsɛkʃən/

Définition et Signification de "section"

Section

NOM

partie

each of the parts into which a place or object is divided

Example

The library is organized into several sections, including fiction, non-fiction, and reference materials.

Please turn to the sports section of the newspaper to check the latest scores and updates.

The car 's manual includes a troubleshooting section for common issues that owners may encounter.

section, segment

a self-contained part of a larger composition (written or musical)

section, coupe

a very thin slice (of tissue or mineral or other substance) for examination under a microscope

section, division

a distinct region or subdivision of a territorial or political area or community or group of people

section, partie

one of the portions into which something is regarded as divided and which together constitute a whole

section, équipe de police

a small team of policemen working as part of a police platoon

section, dissection

the cutting of or into body tissues or organs (especially by a surgeon as part of an operation)

segment, partie

a segment of a citrus fruit

section, unité spéciale

a small army unit usually having a special function

section, division

a division of an orchestra containing all instruments of the same class

section, division

a specialized division of a large organization

section, división

a distinct part or subdivision of a larger group of learners

What is a "section"?

A section is a smaller, distinct group within a larger group of students, typically divided for practical reasons like class size, specific subjects, or schedules. Each section may follow the same general curriculum but operates separately, often with its own teacher or classroom. Sections allow schools to manage large groups of learners more effectively, ensuring that each student receives attention in a more organized setting. This division helps accommodate varying teaching methods or specialized lessons tailored to different groups within the same grade or subject.

Example

In our school, each grade is divided into several sections, with about twenty students in each.

The teacher organized the students into sections based on their proficiency levels in French.

Students from different sections often collaborate on projects and assignments together.

section, tranche

(geometry) the area created by a plane cutting through a solid

section

a land unit equal to 1 square mile

section, partie

a distinct portion of a composition with its own unique characteristics, such as melody, rhythm, or harmony

What is a "section"?

A section is a specific part of a musical composition or a larger work. It is a distinct segment that can have its own melody, rhythm, and structure, contributing to the overall organization of the piece. Sections help to break down the music into manageable parts and provide structure, allowing for variation and development throughout the work.

section, chapitre

a grouping of folded pages that are sewn or glued together to make up a larger portion of the book

What is a "section"?

A section refers to a group of pages that are folded together from a single sheet of paper. These sections are used to assemble the book's content. Each section typically contains multiple pages, and several sections are stitched or bound together to create the complete book. This method helps organize the pages and ensures they are aligned correctly when the book is bound. Sections are an essential part of the book's structure, contributing to its overall design and functionality.

to section

VERBE

sectionner, diviser

to divide something into distinct parts

Transitive: to section sth