Training: meaning, definitions and examples

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training

 

[ หˆtreษชnษชล‹ ]

Context #1 | Noun

sports

The action of teaching a person or animal a particular skill or type of behavior.

Synonyms

instruction, teaching, tuition.

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Word Description / Examples
training

When you need to develop specific skills or knowledge, often related to a job or specific task. This can be hands-on and practical.

  • The company offers training to all new employees.
  • He is receiving training to become a firefighter.
instruction

When you are giving detailed information or directions on how to do something. Often used in formal or educational settings.

  • Follow the instructions on the machine carefully.
  • The teacher gave clear instructions to the students.
teaching

When you are helping someone to learn academic subjects or principles, often over a longer period of time. Usually involves a deeper educational process.

  • She is passionate about teaching history.
  • Teaching young children requires a lot of patience.
tuition

Refers to the act of teaching or the fees charged for teaching, typically in the context of formal education.

  • He pays for private tuition to improve his math skills.
  • The tuition fee for the course is quite high.

Examples of usage

  • He received training in first aid.
  • She has had no formal training as an actor.
Context #2 | Noun

education

The process of bringing a person to an agreed standard of proficiency by practice and instruction.

Synonyms

education, instruction, learning.

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training

Applies when teaching specific skills or knowledge for a particular job, profession, or activity. Often hands-on and practical.

  • She is undergoing training to become a firefighter
  • The company offers training programs for new employees
education

Refers to the process of teaching and learning, usually in a school, college, or university setting. It can encompass a broad range of subjects and aims for well-rounded development.

  • He received his education at a prestigious university
  • Education is essential for personal and professional growth
instruction

Specific and detailed steps given to achieve a certain task or understand a concept. Often found in manuals, guides, and educational settings.

  • The manual provides clear instructions for assembling the furniture
  • The teacher gave instructions to complete the assignment
learning

The act of acquiring new knowledge or skills through study, experience, or teaching. It is a continuous and self-driven process.

  • Learning a new language can be challenging but rewarding
  • She loves learning about different cultures

Examples of usage

  • Vocational training is provided for those who are not planning to attend college.
  • The training of teachers is a key factor in improving education standards.
Context #3 | Noun

military

The action of teaching a person or group of people in a particular skill or type of behavior, especially in preparation for a sporting event.

Synonyms

drill, exercise, practice.

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training

Used to describe the process of learning skills or knowledge for a particular job or activity, often in a formal or structured setting.

  • The company provides training for all new employees
  • She underwent training to become a nurse
drill

Used to describe repeated exercises or activities meant to teach skills or improve performance, often associated with military or emergency preparedness.

  • The soldiers did their daily drill at dawn
  • The school conducts a fire drill every month
exercise

Used to describe physical activities performed to improve health and fitness, or tasks designed to test skills or knowledge. It can also refer to activities meant to practice or improve performance.

  • She performs cardiovascular exercise every morning
  • The math teacher gave us an exercise to complete at home
practice

Used to describe the regular performance of activities or exercises to improve a skill, often in sports or performing arts. It can also be used to describe the habitual way of doing something.

  • She spends hours in piano practice every day
  • The soccer team has practice three times a week

Examples of usage

  • Basic training is essential for all new recruits.
  • The soldiers underwent intense physical training before the mission.

Translations

Translations of the word "training" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น treinamento

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคชเฅเคฐเคถเคฟเค•เฅเคทเคฃ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Training

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ pelatihan

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ั‚ั€ะตะฝัƒะฒะฐะฝะฝั

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ trening

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใƒˆใƒฌใƒผใƒ‹ใƒณใ‚ฐ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท formation

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ entrenamiento

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท eฤŸitim

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ํ›ˆ๋ จ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุชุฏุฑูŠุจ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ลกkolenรญ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ ลกkolenie

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๅŸน่ฎญ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ usposabljanje

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ รพjรกlfun

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะพา›ั‹ั‚ัƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒขแƒ แƒ”แƒœแƒ˜แƒœแƒ’แƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ tษ™lim

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ entrenamiento

Etymology

The word 'training' originated from the Old English word 'trฤ“on,' meaning 'to make one's way through.' It evolved over time to encompass the idea of teaching or guiding someone towards a specific goal or proficiency. In the context of sports, education, and military, training plays a crucial role in developing skills and achieving success.

See also: train, trainable, trained, trainee, trainees, trainer, trainers, untrained.

Word Frequency Rank

At #524 in the frequency ranking, this word is highly important for effective communication. It's commonly used in daily situations and should be prioritized in your vocabulary building.