Cool MateMeaning of Semester
A half-year term in an academic calendar, typically lasting around 15-18 weeks.
In simple words: A part of the school year, usually half a year long.
Semester in a sentence
- I have three classes this semester.
- My semester starts next week.
- She graduated at the end of her final semester.
- The semester will focus on advanced mathematics.
- They offer a special course every semester.
How to use Semester
Used in academic contexts, particularly in high school and college. It's less common in non-academic settings. Avoid using informally.
Grammar pattern
count noun
Memory hint
Think of a 'semester' as a 'six-month' segment of learning.
Related words
Collocations with Semester
- fall semester
- spring semester
- academic semester
- semester grades
Common mistakes with Semester
- Confused with 'trimester', which is a different time period.
- Incorrectly pluralized as 'semesters' when referring to a single period.
- Using 'semester' with non-academic subjects.
Semester appears in
Semester in other languages
- Arabicالعربية
فصل دراسي
جزء من السنة الدراسية، عادة ما يكون نصف سنة.
- Bengaliবাংলা
সেমিস্টার
স্কুল বছরের একটি অংশ, সাধারণত অর্ধেক বছর ধরে চলে।
- GermanDeutsch
Semester
Ein Teil des Schuljahres, meistens ein halbes Jahr lang.
- SpanishEspañol
Semestre
Una parte del año escolar, que suele durar medio año.
- Persianفارسی
ترم تحصیلی
بخشی از سال تحصیلی که معمولاً نصف سال طول میکشد.
- FrenchFrançais
Semestre
Une partie de l'année scolaire, qui dure généralement six mois.
- Hindiहिन्दी
सत्र
स्कूल वर्ष का एक हिस्सा, जो आमतौर पर आधा साल लंबा होता है।
- ItalianItaliano
Semestre
Una parte dell'anno scolastico, di solito lunga sei mesi.
- PortuguesePortuguês
Semestre
Uma parte do ano letivo, geralmente com duração de meio ano.
- RussianРусский
Семестр
Часть учебного года, обычно длиной в полгода.
- Urduاردو
سمسٹر
اسکول کے سال کا ایک حصہ، جو عام طور پر آدھے سال کا ہوتا ہے۔
- Chinese中文
学期
学校一年中的一部分，通常是半年。
More s like Semester
- TermA2
a word or phrase used as the name of something, especially one connected with a particular type of language
- Session
- Duration
- CampusB1
The grounds and buildings of a university or college.
- VocationB1
A person's job or profession, especially one that is considered a calling or purpose.
- LectureA2
A formal talk given to a group of people, usually in an educational setting.
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Frequently asked questions about Semester
What does Semester mean?
A part of the school year, usually half a year long.
What is the definition of Semester?
A half-year term in an academic calendar, typically lasting around 15-18 weeks.
How do you use Semester in a sentence?
I have three classes this semester.
Can you give another example of Semester?
My semester starts next week.
What are synonyms for Semester?
Common alternatives include term, session, academic period, duration.
What words go with Semester?
It commonly pairs with fall semester, spring semester, academic semester, semester grades.
What are common mistakes when using Semester?
Confused with 'trimester', which is a different time period. Incorrectly pluralized as 'semesters' when referring to a single period. Using 'semester' with non-academic subjects.
How do you pronounce Semester?
US: //sɪˈmɛstər//, UK: //sɪˈmɛstə//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.
When should I use Semester?
Used in academic contexts, particularly in high school and college. It's less common in non-academic settings. Avoid using informally.