Semester
semester
half of academic year
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Semester belongs to the topic "School and University". Start with a short 7-word set so the word is easier to remember in context.
Semester synonyms
Related words worth learning together
Means the time when lectures are held; it is not the name of a semester, but a broader class period.
Literally means half-year and is used not only in education, so it is the most general option in the list.
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How is Semester different from related words?
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В чем разница в английском между carry, wear, tote и lug
Carry — нести или иметь при себе, wear — носить на теле, tote — таскать с собой, lug — тащить тяжёлое с усилием.

В чем разница в английском между whole, entire, complete и intact
Разница между whole, entire, complete и intact: целое, весь объем, завершенность и сохранность без повреждений.

В чем разница в английском между choose, pick, select и opt for
Разница между choose, pick, select и opt for: обычный выбор, разговорный выбор, выбор из списка и осознанное предпочтение.
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How to pronounce Semester and what this word means
Semester means semester. This page includes translation, pronunciation, transcription, audio, usage examples and related words.
how to pronounce Semester
[zeˈmɛstɐ]
Semester translation
semester
Semester transcription
[zeˈmɛstɐ]
Questions about this word
Semester meaning: what does it mean?
Hälfte des akademischen Jahres an einer Hochschule
Semester pronunciation: how do you pronounce it?
Semester is pronounced as [zeˈmɛstɐ]. Audio is available on this page when the word has a recording.
Is Semester part of School and University vocabulary?
Yes, Semester can be learned in the School and University topic. This semantic link helps build related word lists and topic-based practice.
Is Semester part of Study and Work vocabulary?
Yes, Semester can be learned in the Study and Work topic. This semantic link helps build related word lists and topic-based practice.
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