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intensive

интенсивный

Meaning of intensive

high level

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EN-UK/ɪnˈtɛnsɪv/
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intensive with Russian translation

intensive usage examples

🇩🇪DE🇬🇧EN

The department runs an intensive three-week prep course for first-year students.

🇩🇪DE🇬🇧EN

She joined an intensive language module to boost her academic writing .

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intensive belongs to the topic "School and University". Start with a short 7-word set so the word is easier to remember in context.

intensiveintensiv
studentStudent
examPrüfung
homeworkHausaufgabe
answer questionsFragen beantworten
ask questionsFragen stellen
deskSchreibtisch

intensive synonyms

Related words worth learning together

intense
Emphasizes a high degree or strength (emotional, sensory or effort); less specific to structured programs than 'intensive'.
high-intensity
Literally 'of very high intensity'; often used in set phrases (e.g. high-intensity training) to stress top-level exertion.
rigorous
Stresses strictness, exactness and high standards (rigorous testing/training) rather than merely intensity of effort.
demanding
Highlights that something requires a lot of effort, skill or time from people (a demanding course/person).
focused
Stresses directed attention or effort on a particular goal; not necessarily high volume of work, but concentrated attention.
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🇬🇧en

Emphasizes a high degree or strength (emotional, sensory or effort); less specific to structured programs than 'intensive'.

B2Very Often

The final weeks were intense and required long study hours.

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high-intensity

Literally 'of very high intensity'; often used in set phrases (e.g. high-intensity training) to stress top-level exertion.

C1Rarely

The course included several high-intensity practical sessions.

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rigorous

Stresses strictness, exactness and high standards (rigorous testing/training) rather than merely intensity of effort.

C1Often

The department is known for its rigorous assessment methods.

🇬🇧en

Highlights that something requires a lot of effort, skill or time from people (a demanding course/person).

B2Very Often

This is a demanding module that needs consistent study.

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focused

Stresses directed attention or effort on a particular goal; not necessarily high volume of work, but concentrated attention.

B2Very Often

A focused study plan helps improve efficiency.

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accelerated

Refers to a faster-than-normal pace or shortened schedule (accelerated course), highlighting speed rather than effort per se.

B2Often

He completed an accelerated degree in two years.

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thorough

Emphasizes completeness and attention to detail (thorough review) rather than intensity of workload.

B2Very Often

A thorough preparation will help you pass the exam.

F
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fast-paced

Describes a quick tempo of activity (fast-paced course), focusing on speed and tempo rather than intensity of effort.

B2Often

The seminar was fast-paced and covered a lot of material each day.

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intensive meaning: what does it mean?

high level

intensive pronunciation: how do you pronounce it?

intensive is pronounced as /ɪnˈtɛnsɪv/. Audio is available on this page when the word has a recording.

intensive definition and sentence examples: how is it used in a sentence?

The department runs an intensive three-week prep course for first-year students. Translation: Кафедра проводит интенсивный трёхнедельный подготовительный курс для первокурсников.

Is intensive part of School and University vocabulary?

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Is intensive part of Study and Work vocabulary?

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