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Subheading: meaning, definitions and examples

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subheading

 

[ suhb-hed-ing ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

text structure

A subheading is a title or heading that is subordinate to a main heading in a document. It often serves to organize content into sections for clarity and easier navigation. Subheadings can provide additional detail about the content that follows and break up long blocks of text, making information more digestible. They can also enhance reader engagement by indicating the subject of the paragraph or section.

Synonyms

secondary heading, sub-title, subtitle

Examples of usage

  • The chapter features various subheadings to guide the reader.
  • Each subheading summarizes the key points discussed.
  • Using subheadings makes the article easier to scan.

Translations

Translations of the word "subheading" in other languages:

🇵🇹 subtítulo

🇮🇳 उपशीर्षक

🇩🇪 Unterüberschrift

🇮🇩 subjudul

🇺🇦 підзаголовок

🇵🇱 podtytuł

🇯🇵 サブヘッディング

🇫🇷 sous-titre

🇪🇸 subtítulo

🇹🇷 alt başlık

🇰🇷 부제목

🇸🇦 عنوان فرعي

🇨🇿 podnadpis

🇸🇰 podnadpis

🇨🇳 副标题

🇸🇮 podnaslov

🇮🇸 undirtitill

🇰🇿 қосымша тақырып

🇬🇪 დასათაურება

🇦🇿 alt başlıq

🇲🇽 subtítulo

Etymology

The term 'subheading' is derived from the prefix 'sub-', meaning 'under' or 'below', and the word 'heading', which refers to a title or a caption. The use of subheadings in writing dates back to the development of printed literature, where authors needed a method to organize text into sections for improved readability. The origin of 'heading' itself can be traced back to the Old English 'heafod' meaning 'head', emphasizing the importance of structure and hierarchy in written language. As writing evolved through the centuries, particularly in the realms of journalism and academic writing, the use of subheadings became commonplace to facilitate understanding and provide navigational aids for readers. This practice has continued to grow alongside the rise of digital content, where readers often skim articles or reports, making subheadings essential for attracting attention and conveying information effectively.

Word Frequency Rank

With rank #17,015, this word belongs to specialized vocabulary. While not common in everyday speech, it enriches your ability to express complex ideas.