No. 3,284 in French
séparation
Separation; the action or state of moving or being apart.
In a sentence
La séparation de l'église et de l'État est essentielle dans une démocratie.
The separation of church and state is essential in a democracy.
Here, 'séparation' denotes the formal and institutional separation between two entities, illustrating its use in legal or philosophical contexts.
Après des années de mariage, ils ont décidé de procéder à une séparation.
After years of marriage, they decided to undergo a separation.
In this sentence, 'séparation' refers to a personal and relational division, highlighting its application in interpersonal contexts.
La séparation des déchets en catégories permet un meilleur recyclage.
The sorting of waste into categories allows for better recycling.
Here, 'séparation' is used to describe the physical act of dividing items based on characteristics, demonstrating its usage in procedural or organizational contexts.
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