Students: meaning, definitions and examples

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students

 

[ หˆstjuหdษ™nts ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

education

People who are studying at a school, college, or university.

Synonyms

learners, pupils, scholars.

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Word Description / Examples
students

refers to individuals enrolled in educational institutions such as schools, colleges, or universities. It can be used broadly for any level of education.

  • The students are preparing for their final exams.
  • There are many exchange students at our university.
pupils

typically used in British English to describe young students in elementary or primary schools. Less commonly used in American English.

  • The teacher handed out assignments to her pupils.
  • Pupils at the local school participated in a science fair.
learners

emphasizes the process and journey of acquiring knowledge or skills. Suitable for both formal and informal education settings.

  • Online platforms have many courses for adult learners.
  • All learners are encouraged to ask questions during the workshop.
scholars

refers to individuals who are highly educated or engaged in serious academic study and research. Often used to describe those at an advanced level of knowledge.

  • The conference was attended by many renowned scholars.
  • She is considered a leading scholar in medieval history.

Examples of usage

  • Many students were excited to start the new school year.
  • She is a diligent student and always completes her assignments on time.
  • The university offers various scholarships to deserving students.
  • The students organized a protest to demand better facilities on campus.
  • Student life can be challenging but also rewarding.
Context #2 | Noun

social

A person who is studying a particular subject or who is interested in a particular subject.

Synonyms

aficionado, enthusiast, scholar.

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students

Used generally to describe individuals who are attending a school, college, or university to learn from teachers and acquire knowledge in various subjects.

  • The students in Mrs
  • Smith's class are preparing for their final exams
scholar

Typically used to describe someone who has deep knowledge in a particular area of study, often with formal recognition such as a degree or publication. It can also refer to students who exhibit exceptional academic performance.

  • Dr
  • Thompson is a leading scholar in medieval history, with several published books on the subject
enthusiast

Often used when referring to someone who has a keen interest and excitement about a specific subject or activity. This term is usually neutral and can be used for both educational and recreational interests.

  • Jane is a gardening enthusiast; she spends every weekend tending to her plants
aficionado

Typically used to describe someone who is very passionate and knowledgeable about a particular subject or activity, often related to a hobby or interest rather than formal education.

  • Mark is a true aficionado of classical music; he attends every concert in town

Examples of usage

  • He is a student of history and enjoys researching different time periods.
  • She is a student of art and spends hours in the studio creating masterpieces.
  • The conference was attended by students of various disciplines.
  • Being a student of philosophy, he often contemplates the meaning of life.
  • Many students of science gathered to discuss recent discoveries.

Translations

Translations of the word "students" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น estudantes

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เค›เคพเคคเฅเคฐ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Studenten

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ siswa

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ัั‚ัƒะดะตะฝั‚ะธ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ studenci

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ๅญฆ็”Ÿ (ใŒใใ›ใ„)

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท รฉtudiants

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ estudiantes

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท รถฤŸrenciler

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ํ•™์ƒ๋“ค (haksaengdeul)

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุทู„ุงุจ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ studenti

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ ลกtudenti

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๅญฆ็”Ÿ (xuรฉshฤ“ng)

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ ลกtudenti

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ nemendur

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ัั‚ัƒะดะตะฝั‚ั‚ะตั€

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒกแƒขแƒฃแƒ“แƒ”แƒœแƒขแƒ”แƒ‘แƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ tษ™lษ™bษ™lษ™r

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ estudiantes

Etymology

The word 'student' originated in the 14th century from the Latin word 'studentem', meaning 'to apply oneself to'. In its early usage, it referred to someone who is studying or learning. Over the centuries, the term evolved to encompass individuals pursuing education at various levels. Students play a crucial role in shaping society and contributing to the advancement of knowledge in different fields.

Word Frequency Rank

With position #409, this word is vital for basic English fluency. It appears very frequently in everyday language and should be among the first words you learn and actively use.