segment
Intermediate (B1)
IPA: /ˈsɛɡmənt/
KK: /ˈsɛɡmənt/
noun
Definition
A part or section of something that can be divided into smaller parts.
Example
The teacher divided the class into segments for the group project.
Conversation
Did you see that new show on Netflix about different community segments?
Yeah, I loved how it highlighted each part so well.
I think it's important to understand all the segments of society.
Absolutely! It really opens your eyes to different perspectives.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
section
part
piece
Antonyms
whole
entirety
unity
transitive verb
Definition
To divide something into smaller parts or sections.
Example
The teacher asked us to segment the text into paragraphs for better understanding.
Tense Forms
Past: segmented
Past Participle: segmented
Conversation
Did you see how they segment the cake into equal pieces?
Yeah, it looks so neat and organized that way.
I think we should segment the fruits for the salad too.
Root Explanation
Segment → It is formed from "se-" (meaning apart) and "ment" (from Latin "mentum", meaning a part or section). The word "segment" refers to a part that has been separated or cut off from a whole.
Memory Tip
Think of something being 'cut apart' ('se-') into 'sections' ('ment'). This helps you remember that a segment is a part of something larger.
Visually Confused Words
resegment
cosegment
bisegment
serment
semen
subsegment
tegument
sergeant