Pronunciation: /ˈtʃæptər/
noun a main division of a book, typically with a number or title
A1 I read a chapter of my favorite book every night before bed.
A2 The first chapter of the novel introduced the main characters.
B1 In the next chapter, the plot thickens and the mystery deepens.
B2 The final chapter of the book tied up all the loose ends and left me satisfied.
C1 Each chapter of the textbook covers a different aspect of the subject.
C2 The author's use of symbolism in this chapter adds layers of meaning to the story.
verb not applicable
A1 She chaptered the book into smaller sections for easier reading.
A2 He chaptered his life into different phases to make sense of it.
B1 The author chaptered the novel into five parts to create suspense.
B2 The historian chaptered the events of the war in great detail.
C1 The professor chaptered the course material for better organization.
C2 The filmmaker chaptered the movie into distinct acts for dramatic effect.
adjective not applicable
A1 I read the first chapter of the book.
A2 She skipped to the next chapter to find the answer.
B1 The chapter summary provided a good overview of the topic.
B2 The author's writing style in this chapter was particularly engaging.
C1 The chapter delved deep into the historical context of the period.
C2 The final chapter of the novel tied up all the loose ends perfectly.
adverb not applicable
A1 I read one chapter of the book every night before bed.
A2 She skipped ahead to the next chapter to see what would happen.
B1 The first chapter of the novel sets the scene for the rest of the story.
B2 The author cleverly foreshadowed the plot twist in the previous chapter.
C1 The final chapter of the book tied up all the loose ends and left me satisfied.
C2 As an avid reader, I can appreciate the complexity of the symbolism in each chapter.
pronoun not applicable
A1 I finished reading the first chapter of the book.
A2 Chapter one is the introduction to the story.
B1 The next chapter in the novel reveals a major plot twist.
B2 Chapter two delves deeper into the protagonist's backstory.
C1 Each chapter in the textbook covers a different topic.
C2 The final chapter of the thesis summarizes the research findings.
preposition not applicable
A1 I read a chapter in my book every night before bed.
A2 The next chapter of our project involves conducting market research.
B1 Let's skip ahead to the next chapter of the meeting agenda.
B2 The final chapter of the novel revealed the true identity of the killer.
C1 The new chapter in my career began when I accepted the promotion.
C2 The chapter of my life spent studying abroad was a transformative experience.
conjunction not applicable
A1 I finished reading the first chapter, and then I started the second one.
A2 She didn't understand the lesson in the previous chapter, so she asked the teacher for help.
B1 After completing the first chapter, the main character's journey begins.
B2 The author left a cliffhanger at the end of the chapter, leaving readers eager for the next installment.
C1 The chapter on quantum physics delves deep into complex theories and equations.
C2 Each chapter in the book serves as a building block, gradually revealing the overarching theme.
interjection not applicable
A1 Chapter! I can't believe we're finally on vacation.
A2 Chapter, I think we should take a break and grab some lunch.
B1 Chapter, let's discuss the next steps in our project.
B2 Chapter, I have some exciting news to share with you.
C1 Chapter, we need to analyze the data before making any decisions.
C2 Chapter, I believe this is a turning point in our company's history.
article not applicable
A1 I read the first chapter of the book.
A2 The next chapter in the story introduced a new character.
B1 The chapter on history was particularly interesting.
B2 The final chapter of the novel tied up all the loose ends.
C1 The author's analysis in this chapter was thought-provoking.
C2 The chapter delved deep into the complexities of human nature.
formal The final chapter of the book tied up all loose ends and provided a satisfying conclusion.
informal I can't wait to read the next chapter of this series, it's getting so good!
slang Dude, did you see that last chapter? It was lit!
figurative Starting a new job feels like turning the page to a new chapter in life.
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