Studies: meaning, definitions and examples

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studies

 

[ หˆstสŒdiz ]

Noun / Verb
Context #1 | Noun

academic research

Studies refer to the detailed examination and analysis of a subject, typically conducted within an educational or academic context. They can involve qualitative and quantitative methods to gather data, which is then interpreted to draw conclusions or understand phenomena.

Synonyms

analysis, inquiry, investigation, research

Examples of usage

  • The studies conducted at the university revealed significant findings about climate change.
  • Her studies in psychology helped her understand human behavior better.
  • He published several studies on the impact of technology in education.
Context #2 | Verb

to learn

To study means to devote time and attention to acquiring knowledge on a particular subject, often through reading, attending classes, or conducting experiments. This process is essential for personal and professional development.

Synonyms

analyze, examine, learn, review

Examples of usage

  • She studies every night to prepare for her exams.
  • They study the works of famous authors in their literature class.
  • I need to study this material before the test.

Translations

Translations of the word "studies" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น estudos

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เค…เคงเฅเคฏเคฏเคจ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Studien

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ studi

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะดะพัะปั–ะดะถะตะฝะฝั

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ studia

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ็ ”็ฉถ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท รฉtudes

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ estudios

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท รงalฤฑลŸmalar

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์—ฐ๊ตฌ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุฏุฑุงุณุงุช

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ studie

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ ลกtรบdie

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ็ ”็ฉถ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ ลกtudije

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ rannsรณknir

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะทะตั€ั‚ั‚ะตัƒะปะตั€

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ›แƒ™แƒ•แƒšแƒ”แƒ•แƒแƒ แƒ”แƒ‘แƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ tษ™dqiqatlar

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ estudios

Etymology

The word 'study' originates from the Latin 'studium', meaning 'zeal, eagerness, or pursuit of learning'. The term evolved through Old French as 'estudier' before entering Middle English as 'studen' in the 14th century. Initially, it referred to a devotion to learning or a specific subject of inquiry. Over the centuries, the term expanded to encompass various forms of academic engagement and research activities. Today, 'studies' is commonly used to refer to both the act of engaging with scholarly material and to the structured courses of learning provided by institutions, reflecting the broader scope of education and knowledge acquisition.

Word Frequency Rank

With position #474, 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.