Schoolwork: meaning, definitions and examples
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schoolwork
[ ˈskuːlwɜːrk ]
academic tasks
Schoolwork refers to the assignments and tasks that students are expected to complete as part of their education. This includes homework, projects, reports, and any other activities that contribute to their learning. Schoolwork is designed to reinforce the material learned in class and encourage independent study. It often varies by grade level and subject matter, adapting to the complexity of the curricular content being taught.
Synonyms
assignments, homework, studies, tasks.
Examples of usage
- I have a lot of schoolwork to finish before the weekend.
- The teacher assigned schoolwork that involves group collaboration.
- He found it challenging to balance schoolwork and extracurricular activities.
Translations
Translations of the word "schoolwork" in other languages:
🇵🇹 trabalho escolar
🇮🇳 स्कूल का काम
🇩🇪 Schularbeit
🇮🇩 pekerjaan sekolah
🇺🇦 шкільна робота
🇵🇱 praca szkolna
🇯🇵 学校の宿題
🇫🇷 devoirs scolaires
🇪🇸 trabajo escolar
🇹🇷 okul ödevi
🇰🇷 학교 과제
🇸🇦 عمل مدرسي
🇨🇿 školní práce
🇸🇰 školska práca
🇨🇳 学校作业
🇸🇮 šolsko delo
🇮🇸 skólaverkefni
🇰🇿 мектеп жұмысы
🇬🇪 სკოლის საქმე
🇦🇿 məktəb işi
🇲🇽 trabajo escolar
Etymology
The term 'schoolwork' combines 'school' and 'work'. The word 'school' derives from the Greek 'scholē', which initially meant 'leisure' or 'free time' but transformed to signify a place of learning and education. It has roots in Latin as well, evident in the word 'schola'. 'Work', on the other hand, comes from the Old English 'wyrcan', meaning to do or make. The combination of these two elements reflects the tasks and responsibilities assigned to students within an educational setting. The use of 'schoolwork' has become more prevalent with the increasing emphasis on formal education, particularly from the late 19th century onwards as public schooling expanded.