Estudia (en. Study)

/es'tuðja/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
verb
To carry out the process of learning or acquiring knowledge about a subject or matter.
She studies for her math exam.
Ella estudia para su examen de matemáticas.
To investigate or analyze a topic in depth.
The researcher studies the effects of climate change.
El investigador estudia los efectos del cambio climático.
To dedicate time and effort to formal education.
José studies at the university.
José estudia en la universidad.

Etymology

From the Latin 'studiare', which means 'to pay attention, to strive.'

Common Phrases and Expressions

I study at home
Studying from home instead of at an educational institution.
estudio en casa
study hard
Dedicate a lot of effort to studies.
estudia duro
I don't study anymore
Expression indicating that someone is giving up on their studies.
no estudio más

Related Words

study
Action of studying or place where one studies.
estudio
studious
A person who studies a lot or has a great dedication to learning.
estudioso
studious
Adjective that describes someone who dedicates themselves to studies.
estudioso/a

Slang Meanings

To study with extreme dedication, often until late at night.
Last night I was 'cramming books' for the exam.
Anoche me estuve 'tragando libros' para el examen.
To study in a relaxed environment or without pressure.
I'm going to 'study at the beach' this weekend.
Voy a 'estudiar en la playa' este fin de semana.