student
student
Pronunciation
IPA Phonetic Spelling: /ˈstuːdənt/
Syllable Breakdown:
ˈstuː
/s/ - voiceless alveolar fricative
/t/ - voiceless alveolar stop
/uː/ - long close front unrounded vowel (u)
dənt
/d/ - voiced alveolar stop
/ə/ - schwa (mid-central unrounded vowel)
/n/ - alveolar nasal
/t/ - voiceless alveolar stop
Word Form Variations
Singular: student
Plural: students
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Definitions, Synonyms, Antonyms
(Noun)
Definition: A person who is enrolled in a school or other educational institution.
Synonyms: pupil, scholar, learner
Antonyms: teacher, instructor, professor
Student (Verb)
Definition: To study or examine something carefully.
Synonyms: examine, investigate, analyze
Antonyms: ignore, neglect, overlook
Student (Adjective)
Definition: Relating to or characteristic of a student.
Synonyms: scholarly, academic, bookish
Antonyms: ignorant, uneducated, unlearned
Examples of Use
Books
"The student was eager to learn more about the subject." (A textbook on history)
"The students in the class were asked to write a research paper on climate change." (A college textbook on environmental science)
Newspapers
"Local students protest tuition increases." (The New York Times)
"International students contribute to the economy of the city." (The Guardian)
Online Publications
"How to be a successful online student." (A blog post on online education)
"Student debt crisis continues to grow." (An article on a news website)
Entertainment Mediums and Platforms
"The student was bullied at school." (A TV show about high school life)
"The student character in the video game was intelligent and curious." (A video game review)
General Public Discourse
"I was a student at Harvard University." (A person talking about their education)
"The government should provide more funding for students." (A political debate)
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10 Famous Quotes Using the term Student
"The only person who is truly educated is the one who has learned how to learn and change." - Carl Rogers
"A student is not a bucket to be filled, but a lamp to be lit." - William Butler Yeats
"The teacher is the guide, not the dictator. The student is the explorer, not the follower." - Unknown
"A student is not a vessel to be filled, but a fire to be kindled." - Anonymous
"Education is the passport to the future, for tomorrow belongs to those who prepare for it today." - Malcolm X
"A student who never made a mistake never tried anything new." - Albert Einstein
"The teacher of students is the most noble of all artists." - Benjamin Disraeli
"The best students are always asking questions." - Unknown
"A student is a lifelong learner." - Unknown
"The future belongs to those who prepare for it today." - Malcolm X
Etymology
The word "student" comes from the Latin word "studere," which means "to be diligent" or "to apply oneself." This suggests that originally, a student was someone who was dedicated and hardworking in their studies.
The first known use of "student" in English was in the 14th century. At that time, it referred to someone who was studying at a university or other institution of higher learning.
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Phrases + Idioms Containing the term Student
Related Phrases
"Back to school": A phrase often used to describe the beginning of a new academic year or the need to learn something new.
"Student life": Refers to the experiences and activities of students, often associated with college or university life.
"Student loan debt": A phrase referring to the financial burden of student loans.
Idioms with Synonyms
"A eager beaver": A hardworking and enthusiastic person, similar to a diligent student.
"A bookworm": Someone who loves to read and study, often associated with a dedicated student.
"A sponge": Someone who absorbs information quickly, like a student learning new things.
Note: While "student" itself isn't a common word in many idiomatic expressions, these related phrases and idioms capture the essence of being a student and the associated qualities of diligence, learning, and academic life.
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Source Information
Definition of student from The Academic Glossary at Self Exploration Academy, a Urikville Press Publication. © All rights reserved.
