French word

enseignement

Pronunciation

IPA/ɑ̃sɛɲəmɑ̃/

Meaning

  • masculine nouneducation

Example

L'enseignement est important pour l'avenir.

Education is important for the future.

Illustration for enseignement (education)

More examples

Les écoles offrent un enseignement public de qualité.

Schools offer quality public education.

Core concept

A structured channel through which teaching reaches learners, covering both what is taught and the system that delivers it.

Common phrases

  • enseignement public

    public education

Similar words

éducation: The upbringing and development of a child's ability to live in society.
instruction: The systematic teaching of subject knowledge and information in schools.
formation: Training in the skills needed for a particular job or profession.
apprentissage: The process of learning a skill through repeated practice and experience.

Definition in French

Désigne l'action d'enseigner, le savoir transmis et parfois le système d'enseignement.

Word origin

The noun enseignement was formed from enseigner by adding -ment; enseigner developed from Old French enseignier, ultimately from Latin insignare.

Usage tips

  • Enseignement often refers to instruction or an educational system, while éducation more often includes upbringing and personal development.

Other meanings

  • teachingnoun
  • instructionnoun

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