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UK//haɪ skuːl//US//haɪ skuːl//

Meaning of High school

An educational institution for students typically aged 14 to 18.

In simple words: A school for teenagers, typically grades 9 to 12.

High school in a sentence

  • She graduated from high school last year.
  • High school is a time for both education and social development.
  • Many students face challenges during high school.
  • I have a high school reunion this weekend.
  • He teaches math at the local high school.

How to use High school

Commonly used in everyday conversation. Avoid in formal writing or when discussing higher education institutions.

Grammar pattern

standalone noun

Memory hint

Think of 'high' as in 'higher grades' and 'school' as in a place to learn.

Related words

Collocations with High school

  • high school diploma
  • high school student
  • high school teacher
  • high school dropout
  • high school sports

Synonyms for High school

  • secondary school
  • preparatory school
  • academy
  • junior high
  • educational institution

Opposites of High school

  • elementary school
  • primary school
  • middle school
  • junior high school

Common mistakes with High school

  • Confuses with 'secondary school'.
  • Capitalizes 'high school' unnecessarily.
  • Uses 'high schools' when referring to the concept in general.

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Frequently asked questions about High school

What does High school mean?

A school for teenagers, typically grades 9 to 12.

What is the definition of High school?

An educational institution for students typically aged 14 to 18.

How do you use High school in a sentence?

She graduated from high school last year.

Can you give another example of High school?

High school is a time for both education and social development.

What are synonyms for High school?

Common alternatives include secondary school, preparatory school, academy, junior high, educational institution.

What is the opposite of High school?

Opposite meanings include elementary school, primary school, middle school, junior high school.

What words go with High school?

It commonly pairs with high school diploma, high school student, high school teacher, high school dropout, high school sports.

What are common mistakes when using High school?

Confuses with 'secondary school'. Capitalizes 'high school' unnecessarily. Uses 'high schools' when referring to the concept in general.

How do you pronounce High school?

US: //haɪ skuːl//, UK: //haɪ skuːl//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use High school?

Commonly used in everyday conversation. Avoid in formal writing or when discussing higher education institutions.