separation
separation
act of splitting
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separation with Russian translation
separation usage examples
Разрыв дал им время остыть и всё обдумать.
The separation gave them time to cool off and think clearly.
После ссоры они согласились, что временный разрыв поможет им потом помириться.
After their argument, they agreed a temporary separation would help them reconcile later.
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separation belongs to the topic "Conflicts and Reconciliation". Start with a short 7-word set so the word is easier to remember in context.
separation synonyms
What's the difference between separation / breakup / split / divorce / rift / estrangement
A general term for an ending or division (relationships, groups, physical separation).
Their separation was announced yesterday.
Вчера было объявлено о их разрыве.
Often used for the end of a romantic relationship or the disbanding of a group; slightly informal.
The band's breakup disappointed many fans.
Распад/разрыв группы расстроил многих фанатов.
Can mean physical division or a disagreement that causes parties to separate; less emotional, more general.
There was a split in the committee over the proposal.
В комитете возник раскол из‑за предложения.
Specifically the legal termination of a marriage; formal and legally defined.
They filed for divorce last year.
Они подали на развод в прошлом году.
A serious break in friendly relations caused by disagreement or conflict; often figurative.
A rift developed between the two co‑founders.
Между двумя соучредителями возник разлад.
A prolonged state or process of becoming emotionally distant; implies lasting separation and alienation.
Their estrangement lasted for decades.
Их отчуждение продолжалось десятилетиями.
Their parting at the station was tearful.
Их прощание на вокзале было со слезами.
A formal or legal termination of an entity, agreement, or marriage; emphasizes process and formality.
The dissolution of the company was finalised last month.
Ликвидация компании была завершена в прошлом месяце.
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How to pronounce separation and what this word means
separation translation: разрыв. This page includes translation, pronunciation, transcription, audio, usage examples and related words.
how to pronounce separation
/ˌsɛpəˈreɪʃən/
separation translation
разрыв
separation examples
The separation gave them time to cool off and think clearly.
separation transcription
/ˌsɛpəˈreɪʃən/, /ə ˌsɛpəˈreɪʃən/
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Questions about this word
separation meaning: what does it mean?
act of splitting
separation pronunciation: how do you pronounce it?
separation is pronounced as /ˌsɛpəˈreɪʃən/. Audio is available on this page when the word has a recording.
separation definition and sentence examples: how is it used in a sentence?
The separation gave them time to cool off and think clearly. Translation: Разрыв дал им время остыть и всё обдумать.
Is separation part of Conflicts and Reconciliation vocabulary?
Yes, separation (разрыв) can be learned in the Conflicts and Reconciliation topic. This semantic link helps build related word lists and topic-based practice.
Is separation part of Family and Relationships vocabulary?
Yes, separation (разрыв) can be learned in the Family and Relationships topic. This semantic link helps build related word lists and topic-based practice.
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