Spanish education vocab

Educación

The act or process of acquiring knowledge, skills, values, or attitudes

Asistir

To be present at or go to (classes)

Materias

The subjects or courses taught in school

Materiales

Supplies or resources used for learning

Profesores/Maestros

Individuals who teach students in an academic setting

Estudiantes, alumnos

Individuals who are enrolled in an educational institution and actively participate in learning

Libros, textos

Written or printed works that contain knowledge or information

Clase academica

A class or course that focuses on academic subjects

Clase electiva

A class or course that is optional or chosen by the student

Graduarse

To successfully complete a course of study and receive a diploma or certificate

Diploma/Certificado

A document awarded to a student upon completion of a program or course of study

Estudiar

To engage in learning or acquiring knowledge through reading, research, or practice

Enseñar

To impart knowledge or skills to others through instruction or example

Lograr éxito

To achieve success or accomplish a desired outcome

Continuar

To keep going or proceed with an action or activity

Terminar

To bring to an end or complete

Empezar

To begin or start something

Ir

To move or travel from one place to another

Escuchar

To pay attention and actively receive auditory information

Prestar atención

To give focus or concentration to something or someone

Participar

To take part or engage in an activity or event

Hablar

To communicate or express thoughts, ideas, or information through speech

Hacer la tarea

To complete assigned work or exercises outside of class

Trabajar

To exert effort or perform tasks in order to achieve a goal

Examen, prueba

An assessment or evaluation of knowledge, skills, or abilities

Horario, rutina

A schedule or plan that outlines the order and timing of activities

Mochila

A bag or backpack used to carry books and other belongings

Casillero

A storage compartment or locker for personal items

Uniformes

Standardized clothing worn by students to promote equality and identification

Levantar la mano

To raise one's hand as a signal to speak or ask a question

Trabajar en grupo

To collaborate or work together with others on a task or project

Trabajar en pareja

To work in a pair or duo on a task or project

Trabajo independiente

Work or tasks that are completed individually without assistance or collaboration

Trabajo colaborativo

Work or tasks that are completed collectively or in cooperation with others

Calificación, nota

A numerical or descriptive assessment of performance or achievement

Beca

Financial aid or scholarship awarded to support a student's education

Escuela

An institution where students receive education and instruction

Colegio

A secondary school that typically includes grades 9-12

Liceo

A secondary school that typically includes grades 9-12

Escuela secundaria

A school that includes both middle school and high school grades

Bachillerato

A high school diploma or degree

Clases

Scheduled periods of instruction or learning

Las matemáticas

The study of numbers, quantity, and space

El álgebra

A branch of mathematics that deals with symbols and the rules for manipulating those symbols

El cálculo

A branch of mathematics that deals with continuous change and motion

El inglés

The study of the English language, including grammar, vocabulary, and literature

Las ciencias

The study of the natural world and the laws that govern it

La biología

The study of living organisms and their interactions with the environment

La química

The study of matter and the changes it undergoes

La física

The study of matter, energy, and the interactions between them

La educación física

A class or course that focuses on physical fitness and sports

El arte

The expression or application of human creative skill and imagination

La música

The art of combining sounds to create a harmonious and expressive composition

Las lenguas

The study of languages and their structure, including grammar and vocabulary

La filosofía

The study of fundamental questions about existence, knowledge, values, reason, and more

La historia

The study of past events, particularly in human affairs

La sociología

The study of society, human social behavior, and social institutions

La psicología

The study of the mind and behavior

La ley y los derechos

The study of legal systems and principles, as well as individual rights and freedoms

Ocio

Leisure or free time activities that are not work-related

Pasatiempos

Hobbies or activities that one enjoys and does in their free time

Actividades

Actions or tasks that one engages in, often for enjoyment or recreation

Tiempo libre

The time during which one is not working or occupied with tasks

Caminar, Dar una caminata

To move on foot at a moderate pace for exercise or pleasure

Ir a restaurantes

To go to establishments where meals are served to the public

Ir al centro comercial

To go to a large retail complex with various stores and services

Jugar a los deportes

To participate in athletic activities or games

Salir con amigos

To spend time with friends outside of school or work

Conducir, manejar

To operate a vehicle and control its movement

Coche, carro

A motor vehicle used for transportation on roads

Mirar televisión

To watch programs or content on a television

Jugar videojuegos

To engage in electronic games played on a computer or gaming console

Navegar la web

To browse or explore the internet using a web browser

Charlar, chatear con amigos

To engage in conversation or communication with friends, often through messaging apps or social media

Ir a un lugar

To travel or go to a specific destination

Ir a la playa

To go to a sandy or pebbly shore by the ocean or a lake

Ir al museo

To visit a place where objects of artistic, cultural, or historical significance are displayed

Ir a la ciudad

To travel to an urban area with a large population and various amenities

Ir al campo

To go to rural or open areas outside of cities or towns