French Conversation · Level 18
89 words
French word
étude
Pronunciation
IPA/etyd/
Meaning
- feminine nounstudy
Example
Je fais mes études à l'université.
I study at university.
More examples
Après le lycée, il a décidé de poursuivre ses études.
After high school, he decided to continue his studies.
Core concept
A sustained path of learning, from classroom work to focused investigation and musical practice.
Common phrases
faire ses études
pursue one's studies
poursuivre ses études
continue one's studies
réussir ses études
do well in one's studies
Similar words
cours: A scheduled period of teaching led by a teacher.
université: An institution of higher education offering degrees such as bachelor's degrees.
examen: A test of knowledge or skills acquired through study.
devoir: A school assignment completed at home.
Definition in French
Activité consistant à acquérir ou approfondir des connaissances et des compétences par la lecture, les cours ou les exercices, souvent dans le cadre scolaire ou personnel.
Word origin
French étude comes through Old French from Latin studium, meaning study or zeal, and later developed senses for investigation and a study piece of music.
Usage tips
- The feminine noun takes une, as in une étude, and its plural often refers to formal education: faire ses études.