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UK/["/ˈtreɪnɪŋ/"]/US/["/ˈtreɪnɪŋ/"]/

Meaning of Training

the process of learning the skills that you need to do a job

In simple words: Learning or practicing skills for a job or sport.

Training in a sentence

  • The athlete is undergoing rigorous training to prepare for the competition.
  • Many companies offer training programs for new employees.
  • After several months of training, she felt more confident in her skills.
  • Training can help improve performance in many areas of life.
  • The training was intense, but it paid off during the match.

How to use Training

Used in both professional and personal contexts. Appropriate in formal job discussions but can also be used informally, e.g., in sports or fitness.

Grammar pattern

train + object

Memory hint

Think of 'train' as a coach gathering a group to learn together.

Related words

Collocations with Training

Synonyms for Training

Opposites of Training

Common mistakes with Training

  • Confused with 'trainee' (the person being trained).
  • Using 'training' as a noun but forgetting it can be a verb (e.g., 'I am training').
  • Mixing up 'training' with 'train' when it comes to past tense.

Compare Training with Education, Instruction, Preparation

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Frequently asked questions about Training

What does Training mean?

Learning or practicing skills for a job or sport.

What is the definition of Training?

the process of learning the skills that you need to do a job

How do you use Training in a sentence?

The athlete is undergoing rigorous training to prepare for the competition.

Can you give another example of Training?

Many companies offer training programs for new employees.

What are synonyms for Training?

Common alternatives include education, instruction, coaching, preparation, drill.

What is the opposite of Training?

Opposite meanings include neglect, abandon.

What words go with Training?

It commonly pairs with basic, initial, preliminary, attend, do, get, prepare somebody for something, focus on something, consist of something, base, camp, centre/​center, by training, in training, training  for, counselor in training, hard, intense, intensive, do, run, session, stint, in training, training  for.

What are common mistakes when using Training?

Confused with 'trainee' (the person being trained). Using 'training' as a noun but forgetting it can be a verb (e.g., 'I am training'). Mixing up 'training' with 'train' when it comes to past tense.

How do you pronounce Training?

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

When should I use Training?

Used in both professional and personal contexts. Appropriate in formal job discussions but can also be used informally, e.g., in sports or fitness.

What CEFR level is Training?

"Training" is at A2 level on the CEFR scale.