Classes (en. Classes)

/klas/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench
noun
Groups of students following the same course of study.
Math classes are often very full.
Les classes de mathématiques sont souvent très chargées.
Categories or types in a classification.
There are several classes of vehicles on the market.
Il existe plusieurs classes de véhicules sur le marché.
Series of lessons taught in an educational setting.
She has been taking music classes for three years.
Elle suit des classes de musique depuis trois ans.

Etymology

The word 'classes' comes from the Latin 'classis', which means 'division, category'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

social classes
Categories of people within a social hierarchy.
classes sociales
preparatory classes
Study programs preparing for grandes écoles.
classes préparatoires
discovery classes
Educational trips organized for students.
classes de découverte

Related Words

students
People who study in a class.
élèves
teachers
People who teach in a class.
enseignants
schooling
The totality of studies followed by a student.
scolarité

Slang Meanings

Boring classes
This history class is so boring!
Cette classe d'histoire est tellement ennuyeuse !
Remedial classes
I took remedial classes to improve my grades.
J'ai pris des classes de rattrapage pour améliorer mes notes.