part
23 synonyms and 0 antonyms for part, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A piece or portion of something larger.
Synonyms
Everyday swaps
Common words most readers know — safe in any writing.
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
How to use part
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
Etymology
From Old French part and Old English part, both ultimately from Latin pars, "piece, share, role."
Full origin of part →Frequently asked questions
What does “part” mean?
The word “part” means a piece or portion of something larger. In plain terms, a piece of something whole, a role you play, or (as a verb) to separate.
How do you pronounce “part”?
“Part” is pronounced paht (/pɑɹt/ in IPA).
How do you use “part” in a sentence?
Here is “part” used in a sentence: “Only part of the cake was left by the time we arrived.”
What part of speech is “part”?
Depending on how it is used, “part” can be a noun, a verb and an adverb.
Where does the word “part” come from?
The word “part” comes from Latin. From Old French part and Old English part, both ultimately from Latin pars, "piece, share, role.".
Is “part” a common word?
“Part” is a very common word in modern English, usually learned at around the A2 level.
How many meanings does “part” have?
“Part” has 4 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a piece or portion of something larger.
What is the difference between a part and a whole?
A part is a single piece of something larger, while the whole is that complete thing made up of all its parts. A slice is part of a cake; the entire cake is the whole. Parts combine to form the whole, and removing one leaves the whole incomplete.
What is the difference between part and portion?
The words overlap, but a 'part' is any piece of a larger thing — a part of a machine or a story. A 'portion' usually means an amount allotted or served, especially of food or a share — 'a portion of chips,' 'her portion of the profits.' Portion stresses a measured or assigned amount.
What are some examples of a part?
A wheel is part of a car, a chapter is part of a book, and a petal is part of a flower. In each case, something smaller belongs to a larger whole. The word also covers non-physical things — a part of a plan, a part of your life, or a role in a play.