sector
Meaning: A part or division of something, especially of the economy or society
The word 'sector' refers to a distinct part of something larger, especially in economics or society. The 'public sector' includes government-run services; the 'private sector' is businesses not run by the government. 'Sector' can also mean a part of a city or an area of military operations.
Examples
- She works in the financial sector. 她在金融行业工作。Ella trabaja en el sector financiero.彼女は金融セクターで働いています。그녀는 금융 부문에서 일하고 있습니다.
- The public sector employs millions of people. 公共部门雇用了数百万人。El sector público emplea a millones de personas.公共部門は何百万人もの人々を雇用しています。공공 부문은 수백만 명의 사람들을 고용하고 있습니다.
- Growth in the technology sector has been impressive. 科技行业的增长令人印象深刻。El crecimiento en el sector tecnológico ha sido impresionante.テクノロジーセクターの成長は印象的です。기술 부문의 성장은 인상적이었습니다.
Pronunciation
Usage Guide
Context: general
Tone: neutral
Origin & History
From Late Latin 'sector' meaning 'a cutter', from Latin 'secare' (to cut). The geometrical sense (a cut section of a circle) came first; the figurative sense of a division appeared in the 19th century.
Cultural Context
Era: Modern
Generation: All ages
Social background: Universal
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