chapter
Translation
chapter, branch, period
Examples
I read the first chapter of the book.
I read the first chapter of the book.
This is a new chapter in my life.
This is a new chapter in my life.
He joined the local chapter of the club.
He joined the local chapter of the club.
Grammar Patterns
a chapter of ((sth.)) a section of a book or period of time I read the first chapter of the book.
Similar Words
Synonyms: section, part, division
Etymology
From Latin 'capitulum' (little head), a diminutive of 'caput' (head), referring to the 'head' or main section of a book.
Memory Tips
Imagine each 'chapter' of a book as a new 'head' or start of a part of the story.