Alumna (en. Schoolgirl)

/a'lumna/

Meaning & Definition

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noun
Woman who has been a student at a school, college, or university.
The student from the biology class won a scholarship.
La alumna de la clase de biología ganó una beca.
Woman who belongs to an institution as a graduate.
The student from last year returned to give a lecture.
La alumna del año pasado regresó a dar una conferencia.
Student of a course or educational program.
Each student must submit her final project this week.
Cada alumna debe entregar su proyecto final esta semana.

Etymology

From Latin 'alumna', meaning 'nourished' or 'nurtured'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

outstanding student
Student who excels in her academic performance.
alumna destacada
exemplary student
Student who serves as a role model.
alumna ejemplar
alumna network
Group of women who have studied together in an institution.
red de alumnas

Related Words

student (male)
Person who studies in an institution, regardless of gender.
alumno
graduate (female)
Woman who has completed her studies and obtained a degree.
graduada
school
Educational institution where students are taught.
escuela

Slang Meanings

Girl who always gets good grades.
That student is the biggest 'nerd' in the class.
Esa alumna es la más 'nerd' de la clase.
Student very involved in extracurricular activities.
She is so active, she seems like an 'overachiever' student.
Es tan activa, parece una alumna 'overachiever'.