B2noun 2K

Session

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

Meaning of Session

a period of time that is spent doing a particular activity

In simple words: A period of time when people meet to do something, like a class or a meeting.

Session in a sentence

• She attended a fascinating session on climate change.
• The yoga session lasted for an hour every morning.
• He led a training session for new employees last week.
• After a long session of studying, he took a break.
• The conference will host multiple sessions throughout the day.
• The therapy session helped her work through her feelings.
• They scheduled a follow-up session to continue their discussions.
• During the legislative session, several important laws were debated.
• A brainstorming session is planned to generate new ideas.
• The final session of the workshop was highly interactive.

How to use Session

Typically used in academic, business, or therapeutic contexts. Avoid using in casual conversations unless referring to informal gatherings, like a game session.

Grammar pattern

session + of + activity

Memory hint

Think of a 'session' as a 'set in motion'; imagine a group set in motion to learn or collaborate.

Related words

Collocations with Session

• lengthy
• long
• short
• do
• have
• offer (somebody)
• take place
• last
• guitarist
• musician
• singer
• session on
• inaugural
• opening
• closing
• hold
• attend
• boycott
• convene
• take place
• begin
• at a/​the session
• in a/​the session
• in session

Synonyms for Session

• meeting
• conference
• workshop
• class
• seminar

Opposites of Session

• break
• intermission

Common mistakes with Session

• Confused with 'cession', which refers to giving up rights or property.
• Using 'sessions' for non-related activities; ensure it's an organized event.
• Mispronouncing as 'sess-shun' instead of 'sess-ion'.

Frequently asked questions about Session

What does Session mean?

A period of time when people meet to do something, like a class or a meeting.

What is the definition of Session?

a period of time that is spent doing a particular activity

How do you use Session in a sentence?

She attended a fascinating session on climate change.

Can you give another example of Session?

The yoga session lasted for an hour every morning.

What are synonyms for Session?

Common alternatives include meeting, conference, workshop, class, seminar.

What is the opposite of Session?

Opposite meanings include break, intermission.

What words go with Session?

It commonly pairs with lengthy, long, short, do, have, offer (somebody), take place, last, guitarist, musician, singer, session on, inaugural, opening, closing, hold, attend, boycott, convene, take place, begin, at a/​the session, in a/​the session, in session.

What are common mistakes when using Session?

Confused with 'cession', which refers to giving up rights or property. Using 'sessions' for non-related activities; ensure it's an organized event. Mispronouncing as 'sess-shun' instead of 'sess-ion'.

How do you pronounce Session?

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

When should I use Session?

Typically used in academic, business, or therapeutic contexts. Avoid using in casual conversations unless referring to informal gatherings, like a game session.

What CEFR level is Session?

"Session" is at B2 level on the CEFR scale.