Vocational: meaning, definitions and examples

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vocational

 

[ voสŠหˆkeษชสƒษ™nl ]

Adjective
Context #1 | Adjective

career training

Vocational refers to education or training that prepares individuals for specific trades, careers, or jobs. This type of training is often more focused on practical skills than theoretical knowledge. Vocational programs can vary widely, encompassing fields such as culinary arts, automotive technology, electrical work, and nursing. The aim is to equip students with the necessary skills to enter the workforce directly after completing their training.

Synonyms

occupational, technical, trade-related

Examples of usage

  • She enrolled in a vocational school to learn plumbing.
  • Vocational education can lead to high-demand jobs.
  • Many students choose vocational paths for quicker employment.
  • They offer various vocational courses in healthcare.

Translations

Translations of the word "vocational" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น vocacional

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคตเฅเคฏเคพเคตเคธเคพเคฏเคฟเค•

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช beruflich

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ kejuruan

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะฟั€ะพั„ะตัั–ะนะฝะธะน

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ zawodowy

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ่ทๆฅญ็š„ใช

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท professionnel

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ vocacional

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท mesleki

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์ง์—…์˜

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ู…ู‡ู†ูŠ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ odbornรฝ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ odbornรฝ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ่Œไธš็š„

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ poklicni

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ faglegur

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะบำ™ัั–ะฟั‚ั–ะบ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ›แƒฎแƒแƒšแƒแƒ“ แƒžแƒ แƒแƒคแƒ”แƒกแƒ˜แƒฃแƒšแƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ peลŸษ™kar

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ vocacional

Etymology

The term 'vocational' originates from the Latin word 'vocatio', which means 'a calling' or 'to call'. This etymology reflects the early concept of vocations as being closely tied to one's profession or life's work. Historically, vocational training has been integral to society, evolving from apprenticeships in medieval guilds to formal vocational programs in schools. In the 19th century, with the rise of industrialization, the need for skilled workers increased, leading to the establishment of technical institutes aimed at providing practical training. The term gained prominence in the 20th century, particularly during the post-war period, when the expansion of vocational education became a priority in many countries, addressing the skills gap in the workforce and promoting economic growth.

Word Frequency Rank

With rank #4,617, this word represents useful upper-intermediate vocabulary. Understanding and using it will help you express more complex ideas effectively.