English–Japanese

“high school graduate” in Japanese

Japanese

Pronunciation

Romajikōsotsu

Example

私は高卒です。watashi wa kō sotsu de su

I am a high school graduate.

Illustration for 高卒 (high school graduate)

How to say “high school graduate” in Japanese

“High school graduate” in Japanese is 高卒 (kōsotsu).

Identifies someone whose formal education ends with completion of high school, often in contrast with further schooling.

Full entry for 高卒: usage tips, similar words and word origin

Example sentences with 高卒

高卒でも、職業訓練で新しい技能を身につけられます。kō sotsu de mo shoku gyō kun ren de atara shi i gi nō o mi ni tsu ke ra re ma su

Even high school graduates can gain new skills through vocational training.

Tips for using 高卒

  • Job listings often use 高卒可 (kōsotsu ka) to mean that a high school diploma is sufficient for eligibility.

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