Japanese word

自習

Pronunciation

Romajijishū

Meaning

  • nounself-study

Example

試験のために毎日自習します。shi ken no ta me ni mai nichi ji shū shi ma su

I study on my own every day for the exam.

Illustration for 自習 (self-study)

More examples

週末は二時間自習する予定です。shū matsu wa ni ji kan ji shū su ru yo tei de su

I plan to study on my own for two hours on the weekend.

Core concept

Describes gaining knowledge or skill by directing one's own learning instead of relying on a lesson led by someone else.

Common phrases

  • 自習するji shū su ru

    study independently

  • 自習の時間ji shū no ji kan

    self-study time

  • 自習を始めるji shū o haji me ru

    begin self-study

Similar words

独学dokugaku: The process of learning independently without relying on regular lessons.
独習dokushū: Independent study based on personal work and practice.
自主学習jishugakushū: Learner-directed study carried out as part of an educational program.

Definition in Japanese

指導者から教えを受けず、自分の力で学問や技術を身につけること。shi dō sha ka ra oshi e o u ke zu ji bun no chikara de gaku mon ya gi jutsu o mi ni tsu ke ru ko to

Word origin

The compound 自習 (jishū) combines 自 (ji, "self") with 習 (shū, "learning or practice"), expressing learning through one's own effort.

Usage tips

  • A notice saying 自習 (jishū) may signal that a regular class is being conducted as independent work, so the word does not necessarily mean studying alone at home.

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