noun B1 Intermediate Common

declaration

dehk-luh-RAY-shuhn

Declaration (noun) means a formal or official statement or announcement. Example: “The country issued a declaration of independence.”

noun

A formal or official statement or announcement.

"The country issued a declaration of independence."

"He made a public declaration of his support for the campaign."

A formal statement of goods, income, or other details required by customs or tax authorities.

"Travelers must complete a customs declaration before entering the country."

How to use declaration

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishAn official or formal statement announcing something.

Common pairings

declaration of independence customs declaration a declaration of love make a declaration

Word forms

declarations plural

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Etymology

From Latin declarationem, from declarare, "to make clear."

Origin: Latin

Synonyms

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proclamation pronouncement affirmation avowal assertion manifesto

Related words

statement argument announcement profession admission confirmation decree confession

Rhymes for declaration

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Frequently asked questions

What does “declaration” mean?

The word “declaration” means a formal or official statement or announcement. In plain terms, an official or formal statement announcing something.

How do you pronounce “declaration”?

“Declaration” is pronounced dehk-luh-RAY-shuhn (/ˌdɛk.ləˈɹeɪ.ʃən/ in IPA).

How do you use “declaration” in a sentence?

Here is “declaration” used in a sentence: “The country issued a declaration of independence.”

What part of speech is “declaration”?

“Declaration” is a noun.

Where does the word “declaration” come from?

The word “declaration” comes from Latin. From Latin declarationem, from declarare, "to make clear.".

Is “declaration” a common word?

“Declaration” is a fairly common word in modern English, usually learned at around the B1 level.

How many meanings does “declaration” have?

“Declaration” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a formal or official statement or announcement.

What is the difference between a declaration and an announcement?

A declaration is a formal or official statement, often carrying legal weight or a sense of solemn commitment, such as a declaration of independence. An announcement is simply the act of making something known publicly and does not need to be formal or binding.

What is a customs declaration?

A customs declaration is a formal statement of goods, income, or other details required by customs or tax authorities. Travellers and shippers use it to list items being brought into a country so that any duties or taxes owed can be assessed.

What is the difference between a declaration and a statement?

A statement is any expression of fact or opinion, spoken or written. A declaration is a specific kind of statement that is formal, official, or emphatic, and it is often made publicly or for legal purposes.

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