Practical experience: meaning, definitions and examples

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practical experience

 

[ ˈpræktɪkəl ɪkˈspɪəriəns ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

in education

Hands-on learning acquired through real-life situations or work, rather than through studying or theoretical knowledge. Practical experience is often valued by employers as it demonstrates the ability to apply knowledge in a practical setting.

Synonyms

applied experience, hands-on experience, real-world experience

Examples of usage

  • Internships offer students practical experience in their field of study.
  • Having practical experience in addition to a degree can boost your employment prospects.
Context #2 | Noun

general

The knowledge and skills gained from actually doing or performing something, rather than just reading about it or watching others do it.

Synonyms

applied skills, experiential learning, practical knowledge

Examples of usage

  • Her practical experience in project management made her the ideal candidate for the job.
  • Practical experience is often more valuable than theoretical knowledge in certain fields.

Translations

Translations of the word "practical experience" in other languages:

🇵🇹 experiência prática

🇮🇳 व्यावहारिक अनुभव

🇩🇪 praktische Erfahrung

🇮🇩 pengalaman praktis

🇺🇦 практичний досвід

🇵🇱 doświadczenie praktyczne

🇯🇵 実践的な経験

🇫🇷 expérience pratique

🇪🇸 experiencia práctica

🇹🇷 pratik deneyim

🇰🇷 실무 경험

🇸🇦 خبرة عملية

🇨🇿 praktická zkušenost

🇸🇰 praktická skúsenosť

🇨🇳 实际经验

🇸🇮 praktična izkušnja

🇮🇸 verkleg reynsla

🇰🇿 тәжірибелік тәжірибе

🇬🇪 პრაქტიკული გამოცდილება

🇦🇿 praktiki təcrübə

🇲🇽 experiencia práctica

Word origin

The term 'practical experience' originated in the mid-19th century, emphasizing the importance of hands-on learning and real-life application of knowledge. It has since become a key component in various fields, particularly in education and professional development.