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charters

Pronunciation: [ˈtʃɑːrtərz]

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Learn how to use charters in a sentence: 9 audio examples across 3 meanings.

Context: “documents”

(noun) a charter is an official document that gives rights or privileges to a person, group, or organization. It's like permission to do something special, like starting a school or a city.

Example

The city received a charter that allowed it to create its own laws.

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Without a charter, the group couldn't officially meet or organize events.

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What rights does the new charter grant to the school?

Context: “transportation”

(verb) to charter means to hire or rent something, like a bus, boat, or plane, for a special trip. It's like reserving an entire vehicle just for you and your friends.

Example

We decided to charter a bus for the school trip to the museum.

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They couldn't charter a plane because they didn't have enough money.

Example

Did you charter a yacht for the vacation?

Context: “education”

(noun) a charter school is a type of school that operates independently but gets public money. It's a special school that can create its own rules and programs, but it still has to follow some state guidelines.

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Charter schools often focus on innovative teaching methods.

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Not every charter school performs better than traditional schools.

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What makes a charter school different from a regular public school?

How to pronounce charters

Pronunciation: [ˈtʃɑːrtərz]

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