Sanitation

B2 16+

Pronunciation: /sænɪˈteɪʃən/

Definitions of sanitation

noun the process of keeping places clean and healthy, especially by providing a sewage system and a clean water supply

Example Sentences

A1 Sanitation is important for keeping our environment clean.

A2 Basic sanitation facilities are essential for public health.

B1 Improving sanitation in rural areas can help prevent the spread of diseases.

B2 The government has implemented new sanitation regulations to improve public health.

C1 Sanitation practices vary greatly between different cultures and countries.

C2 The lack of proper sanitation infrastructure in some regions has led to widespread health problems.

Examples of sanitation in a Sentence

formal Proper sanitation practices are crucial in preventing the spread of diseases.

informal Make sure to keep up with sanitation to keep things clean and germ-free.

slang Don't slack on the sanitation, or you'll regret it later.

figurative Sanitation is like a shield against illness, protecting us from harm.

Grammatical Forms of sanitation

plural

sanitations

comparative

more sanitation

superlative

most sanitation

present tense

sanitizes

future tense

will sanitize

perfect tense

has sanitized

continuous tense

is sanitizing

singular

sanitation

positive degree

sanitary

infinitive

to sanitize

gerund

sanitizing

participle

sanitized

Origin and Evolution of sanitation

First Known Use: 1736 year
Language of Origin: Latin
Story behind the word: The word 'sanitation' originated from the Latin word 'sanitatem' meaning health or cleanliness.
Evolution of the word: Originally used to refer to cleanliness and health practices, the word 'sanitation' has evolved to encompass a broader concept of managing waste and maintaining public health through proper hygiene and sanitation practices.