Escolar (en. School)

/eskoˈlaɾ/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
adjective
Referring to education or to the school.
The supply of school materials is essential for learning.
El suministro de materiales escolares es fundamental para el aprendizaje.
Belonging or relating to students.
School rights must be respected by everyone.
Los derechos escolares deben ser respetados por todos.
Said of a child: that is a student.
The child has exemplary school behavior.
El niño tiene un comportamiento escolar ejemplar.

Etymology

It originates from the Latin 'scholāris', which means 'related to the school'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

school life
The life related to a student's educational experience.
vida escolar
school supplies
Objects and items necessary for education, such as books and pencils.
material escolar
school year
A period of time that encompasses an academic year.
ciclo escolar

Related Words

school
Institution intended for education.
escuela
student
A person who attends a school or educational institution.
estudiante
education
The process of teaching and learning.
educación

Slang Meanings

Term used in some contexts to refer to school activities informally.
Today I had a very heavy school day.
Hoy tuve un día escolar muy pesado.
A way of referring to students who are very diligent.
That boy is a studious student who always gets A's.
Ese chico es un escolar que siempre saca diez.