Grade (en. Grade)
[ɡʁad]
Meaning & Definition
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noun
Level or classification in an educational system.
He obtained a high grade in his class.
Il a obtenu un grade élevé dans sa classe.
A mark or score obtained in an exam or a course.
She is very proud of her grade in mathematics.
Elle est très fière de sa grade en mathématiques.
Etymology
From the Latin 'gradus', meaning 'step' or 'level'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
Average grade
The average score of a student in their subjects.
grade moyenne
To have a good grade
To achieve a good mark or score.
avoir un bon grade
Final grade
The final mark or score of a course or program.
grade final
Related Words
Graduation
Graduation ceremony.
graduation
Evaluation
Process of measuring performance.
évaluation
Certificate
Document certifying the completion of a level or an exam.
certificat
Slang Meanings
To get a 10/10, a perfect score.
He got a perfect grade in science.
Il a eu un grade parfait en science.
To have a passing grade, just enough to pass.
He barely got enough of a grade to pass the course.
Il a eu un grade à peine suffisant pour valider le cours.