education

noun
UK: /ˌedʒuˈkeɪʃən/
US: /ˌedʒuˈkeɪʃən/

  1. The process of teaching or learning, especially in a school or college.

    1. My education was very important to me, it helped me grow. [ ] [ ]
    2. She received a good education, which helped her to get a better job later. [ ] [ ]

  2. Knowledge or skill gained from being taught.

    1. He has a very good education and knows so much about the world. [ ] [ ]
    2. Her education in art history allowed her to appreciate the nuances of the paintings. [ ] [ ]

  3. The act or process of imparting or acquiring general knowledge, developing the powers of reasoning and judgment, and generally of preparing oneself or others intellectually for mature life.

    1. All children have a right to free education for primary school. [ ] [ ]
    2. The government is investing heavily in higher education to improve the country's workforce. [ ] [ ]

Synonyms

development schooling instruction knowledge upbringing learning training cultivation
education verb

  1. To provide someone with training or knowledge.

    1. We must educate our children about the importance of recycling. [ ] [ ]
    2. The school aims to educate students about different cultures and perspectives. [ ] [ ]
education adjective

  1. Relating to the provision of education.

    1. The education system needs reforms to meet modern challenges. [ ] [ ]
    2. Education policies should prioritize inclusivity and equal opportunities for all. [ ] [ ]

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "education" in English means: The process of teaching or learning, especially in a school or college., Knowledge or skill gained from being taught., The act or process of imparting or acquiring general knowledge, developing the powers of reasoning and judgment, and generally of preparing oneself or others intellectually for mature life..

The phonetic transcription of "education" is /ˌedʒuˈkeɪʃən/ in British English and /ˌedʒuˈkeɪʃən/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "education": development, schooling, instruction, knowledge, upbringing, learning, training, cultivation.

Example usage of "education": "My education was very important to me, it helped me grow.". More examples on the page.