Virtual Meeting 2 (College Life)

かもく

Subject: The topic or area of study in school that students learn about.

がっき

Semester: A division of the academic year during which classes are held.

たんい

Credit: A unit that measures educational coursework. Completing a course typically earns a certain number of credits.

ほうかご

After school: The time period after regular school hours when students may participate in various activities.

せいせき

Grade: The assessment given to students based on their performance in coursework and exams.

がくひ

Tuition: The fee charged for instruction or teaching at a school.

さーくる

Group with a common interest: A club or organization where students engage in activities related to shared interests.

ぶかつ

Club activities: Extracurricular activities organized by schools that students can join to pursue interests outside of academics.

りょう

Dormitory: A building where students live while attending school, typically providing communal living spaces.

にゅうし

Entrance exam: A test that students must take to gain admission to a particular school or program.

じゅく

Cram school: A type of school that offers intensive review and instruction to help students prepare for exams.

せんぱい

Senior at work/school: A person who has more experience or is in a higher grade compared to others.

こうはい

Junior at work/school: A person who is less experienced or is in a lower grade compared to others.

ぜみ

Seminar (course): A focused academic course where students engage in discussions and in-depth study of specific topics.

しょうがくきん

Scholarship: Financial aid awarded to students based on various criteria to help with educational expenses.

おなじ

Same: Identical or not different; used to express likeness.

くらすをとる

To take a class: The action of enrolling in a specific course for academic credit.

しけんをうける

To take a test: The process of participating in an examination to assess knowledge or skills.

てすとべんきょうをする

To study for a test: The action of preparing academically for an upcoming examination.

～（に）ちこくする

To be late: The occurrence of arriving after the scheduled time.

～（を）そつぎょうする

To graduate from: The act of completing the necessary academic requirements to receive a diploma or degree.