department

/dɪˈpɑːrtmənt/ noun A2 Neutral

Work

Meaning

A department is a part of a larger organization or company.

💡 Departments help organize work and tasks in a company or school.

Example Sentences

I need to go to the department for new clothes .

I work in the sales department at my company .

I work in the sales department at the company .

Word in Context

Maya works in the clothes department of a large shop . She folds shirts and helps customers find the right size . After work she takes the bus home and reads a book .

Common Phrases

department store human resources department

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