Spanish Conversation · Level 106
59 words
Spanish word
cursar
Pronunciation
IPA/kuɾˈsaɾ/
Meaning
- verbtake
Example
¿Vas a cursar ese curso el próximo semestre?
Are you going to take that course next semester?
More examples
Ten cuidado al cursar un trámite en el extranjero.
Be careful when carrying out a procedure abroad.
Core concept
Enrollment and participation in a course during an academic term.
Common phrases
cursar una asignatura
take a course
cursar un taller
take a workshop
cursar un trámite
carry out a procedure
Similar words
asistir: Attends classes or events, being present for scheduled sessions.
tomar: Takes a course to study its content and learn the subject.
inscribirse: Signs up for a course by registering a name to secure a place.
matricularse: Registers formally at a school or university to obtain official student status.
Definition in Spanish
Inscribirse y participar en una asignatura o curso durante un periodo académico para obtener créditos o formación.
Word origin
The verb comes from Spanish curso (from Latin cursus 'run, course') plus the -ar suffix and denotes enrolling in and following a course over a set academic period.
Usage tips
- Appears mainly in administrative or academic contexts (registrations, transcripts), while speakers commonly say tomar or apuntarse in casual speech to mean "take a class".