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Attendance

🇬🇧 UK /["/əˈtendəns/"]/ 🇺🇸 US /["/əˈtendəns/"]/

Meaning of Attendance

the act of being present at a place, for example at school

In simple words: The act of going to a place, usually a school or event.

Attendance in a sentence

• The attendance at the conference exceeded all expectations.
• Regular attendance is crucial for the students' success.
• The school tracks attendance to ensure students are present.
• Feedback from attendance surveys can help improve future events.
• High attendance rates were noted during the event.
• The attendance policy strictly prohibits unexcused absences.
• She was pleased with the attendance numbers at the workshop.
• Attendance for the seminar was nearly full, indicating strong interest.

How to use Attendance

Use 'attendance' when referring to being present at events or sessions. It's formal in academic contexts, but can be neutral in casual settings, like meetings. Avoid using it in very informal conversations.

Grammar pattern

attendance + at event/place

Memory hint

Think of 'attend' to remember 'attendance' — it's all about being there!

Related words

Collocations with Attendance

• good
• large
• record
• boost
• improve
• increase
• decline
• drop
• fall
• figures
• numbers
• rate
• in attendance
• attendance at
• take attendance
• good
• large
• record
• boost
• improve
• increase
• decline
• drop
• fall
• figures
• numbers
• rate
• in attendance
• attendance at
• take attendance

Synonyms for Attendance

• presence
• participation
• turnout
• appearance

Opposites of Attendance

• absence
• no-show

Common mistakes with Attendance

• Confusing with 'attending' — remember 'attendance' is a noun.
• Using it in the wrong context, such as 'attendance' for non-events.
• Incorrectly using it as a verb.

Frequently asked questions about Attendance

What does Attendance mean?

The act of going to a place, usually a school or event.

What is the definition of Attendance?

the act of being present at a place, for example at school

How do you use Attendance in a sentence?

The attendance at the conference exceeded all expectations.

Can you give another example of Attendance?

Regular attendance is crucial for the students' success.

What are synonyms for Attendance?

Common alternatives include presence, participation, turnout, appearance.

What is the opposite of Attendance?

Opposite meanings include absence, no-show.

What words go with Attendance?

It commonly pairs with good, large, record, boost, improve, increase, decline, drop, fall, figures, numbers, rate, in attendance, attendance at, take attendance, good, large, record, boost, improve, increase, decline, drop, fall, figures, numbers, rate, in attendance, attendance at, take attendance.

What are common mistakes when using Attendance?

Confusing with 'attending' — remember 'attendance' is a noun. Using it in the wrong context, such as 'attendance' for non-events. Incorrectly using it as a verb.

How do you pronounce Attendance?

US: /["/əˈtendəns/"]/, UK: /["/əˈtendəns/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Attendance?

Use 'attendance' when referring to being present at events or sessions. It's formal in academic contexts, but can be neutral in casual settings, like meetings. Avoid using it in very informal conversations.

What CEFR level is Attendance?

"Attendance" is at C1 level on the CEFR scale.