depart
Elementary (A2)
IPA: /dɪˈpɑːrt/
KK: /dɪˈpɑrt/
intransitive verb
Definition
To leave a place or to go away from a specific location.
Example
The train will depart from the station at 5 PM.
Tense Forms
Past: departed
Past Participle: departed
Conversation
What time does your train depart tomorrow?
It leaves at 10 AM, so I need to be at the station early.
Sounds good! I hope your trip isn’t too long after you depart.
Thanks! I’ll let you know when I arrive.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
leave
exit
withdraw
Antonyms
arrive
stay
remain
transitive verb
Definition
To go away from a place or person; to leave.
Example
The train will depart from the station at 5 PM.
Tense Forms
Past: departed
Past Participle: departed
Conversation
Are you ready to depart for the trip tomorrow?
I think so! I just need to pack a few last-minute things.
Don't forget to double-check your passport before we depart.
Root Explanation
Depart → It is formed from "de-" (meaning down or away) and "partire" (meaning to part or divide). The word "depart" means to part or go away from a place.
Memory Tip
Think of going 'away' ('de-') from a 'part' of something — that's why depart means to leave.
Visually Confused Words
deport
decart
dearth
bepart
predepart
part
dear
dart