independence

Everyday

1. Independence is being free to do things for yourself without needing help or being controlled by others. tree →
2. A country's independence is its freedom to rule itself instead of being ruled by another country. tree →

In the lessons

In everyday life children gain independence as they grow: tying shoes, walking to school, making a snack, managing money. In history lessons, many countries won independence, such as the USA from Britain or Ireland from the United Kingdom; Independence Day celebrates this. Phrases: «gain independence», «declare independence», «Independence Day», «a sense of independence».

Examples

• Walking to school alone gave her more independence. tree →
• The USA celebrates its Independence Day with fireworks. tree →
• The country fought for its independence. tree →
• Learning to cook gives you independence. tree →
• The Declaration of Independence is a famous document. tree →
• Grandpa wants to keep his independence. tree →
• India gained independence from Britain. tree →
• Having pocket money teaches independence. tree →

Note

Uncountable. Adjective: independent (spelt with -ent, not -ant; noun -ence, not -ance). Independence does not mean never asking for help — even independent people ask for help when they need it.