Coursebook: meaning, definitions and examples

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coursebook

 

[ ˈkɔːrsbʊk ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

education

A book used as a standard source of information for a particular subject or course of study.

Synonyms

guide, manual, textbook.

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Word Description / Examples
coursebook

A book used specifically in the context of a course, often structured to follow a curriculum or set syllabus.

  • The students received their new coursebook on the first day of class
  • Please bring your coursebook to every lecture
textbook

A book used primarily for academic study, containing comprehensive information on a subject, often used in schools and colleges.

  • The biology textbook covers everything we need to know for the exam
  • You must purchase the required textbook for this course
manual

A book that provides detailed instructions or information about how to use something or how something works, often associated with machinery or equipment.

  • The dishwasher manual explains how to properly operate the machine
  • Before assembling the furniture, read the manual carefully
guide

A general term for a book that provides information or instruction on a topic; can be used in a variety of contexts such as travel, study, or practical skills.

  • The travel guide helped us plan our trip to Italy
  • This study guide has all the information you need to pass the exam

Examples of usage

  • Make sure to bring your coursebook to the class.
  • The coursebook covers all the topics we need to study for the exam.

Translations

Translations of the word "coursebook" in other languages:

🇵🇹 livro didático

🇮🇳 पाठ्यपुस्तक

🇩🇪 Kursbuch

🇮🇩 buku pelajaran

🇺🇦 підручник

🇵🇱 podręcznik

🇯🇵 教科書 (きょうかしょ)

🇫🇷 manuel scolaire

🇪🇸 libro de texto

🇹🇷 ders kitabı

🇰🇷 교과서

🇸🇦 كتاب دراسي

🇨🇿 učebnice

🇸🇰 učebnica

🇨🇳 课本 (kèběn)

🇸🇮 učbenik

🇮🇸 kennslubók

🇰🇿 оқулық

🇬🇪 სასწავლო წიგნი

🇦🇿 dərslik

🇲🇽 libro de texto

Etymology

The term 'coursebook' originated in the mid-19th century, combining the words 'course' and 'book'. It refers to a book specifically designed to accompany a course of study, providing essential information and materials for students. Coursebooks have been widely used in educational institutions to facilitate learning and serve as a guide for academic studies.

See also: courses, discourse, intercourse.