L'enseignement (en. Teaching)

/l ɛ̃sɛɲəmɑ̃/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench
noun
Academic training given in a school or university setting.
Higher education has evolved in recent years.
L'enseignement supérieur a évolué ces dernières années.
The set of knowledge transmitted by the teacher.
The teaching of mathematics is essential.
L'enseignement des mathématiques est essentiel.
The act of transmitting knowledge or skills.
The teaching of the French language is in high demand.
L'enseignement de la langue française est très demandé.

Etymology

From the verb to educate, derived from the Latin 'insignare' which means to mark, to indicate.

Common Phrases and Expressions

distance education
Training provided remotely, usually via the Internet.
l'enseignement à distance
to reform education
To modify the structures or methods of education.
réformer l'enseignement
public education
Education provided by the state, accessible to all.
l'enseignement public

Related Words

learning
Process of acquiring new skills or knowledge.
apprentissage
teacher
Person who teaches school subjects.
professeur
course
Educational session on a specific topic.
cours

Slang Meanings

homeschooling
He chose homeschooling for his children.
Il a choisi l'enseignement à domicile pour ses enfants.
High school diploma, for the baccalaureate
He must pass his high school diploma before continuing higher education.
Il doit passer son bac avant de continuer l'enseignement supérieur.