department
Meaning: A division of a large organisation or government dealing with a specific area
The noun 'department' refers to a division of an organisation, such as a company, university, or government, that handles a particular type of work or subject. In British shops, sections selling specific types of goods are called departments (hence 'department store'). It can also informally mean someone's area of responsibility or expertise.
Examples
- She works in the marketing department. 她在市场部工作。Ella trabaja en el departamento de marketing.彼女はマーケティング部門で働いています。그녀는 마케팅 부서에서 일하고 있습니다.
- The Department of Health issued new guidelines. 卫生部发布了新指南。El Departamento de Salud emitió nuevas directrices.保健省が新しいガイドラインを発表しました。보건부가 새로운 지침을 발표했습니다.
- Cooking isn't really my department, I'm afraid. 恐怕烹饪不是我的专长。Cocinar no es realmente lo mío, me temo.料理は残念ながら私の担当ではありません。요리는 유감스럽게도 제 담당이 아닙니다.
Pronunciation
Usage Guide
Context: general
Tone: neutral
Origin & History
From French 'département', from 'départir' meaning 'to divide' (dé- 'away' + partir 'to go'). Originally referred to the act of departing or dividing; the sense of 'a division of an organisation' emerged in the 18th century.
Cultural Context
Era: Modern
Generation: All ages
Social background: Universal
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