Japanese word

講習

Pronunciation

Romajikōshū

Meaning

  • nountraining

Example

安全運転の講習を受けます。an zen un ten no kō shū o u ke ma su

I attend safe driving training.

Illustration for 講習 (training)

More examples

来月、料理の講習を受ける予定です。rai getsu ryō ri no kō shū o u ke ru yo tei de su

I plan to take a cooking course next month.

Core concept

Refers to instruction and practice arranged to build a defined skill or body of knowledge.

Common phrases

  • 講習を受けるkō shū o u ke ru

    attend training

  • 講習に申し込むkō shū ni mō shi ko mu

    sign up for a training course

  • 講習を修了するkō shū o shū ryō su ru

    complete a training course

Similar words

研修kenshū: A program that develops skills or knowledge through organized instruction and practice.
講座kōza: A planned course of lessons on a particular subject or skill.
講義kōgi: A formal presentation that explains a subject to learners.
実習jisshū: A session in which learners gain skill through hands-on practice.

Definition in Japanese

特定の知識や技術を学ぶために、講義や実技を受けること。toku tei no chi shiki ya gi jutsu o mana bu ta me ni kō gi ya jitsu gi o u ke ru ko to

Word origin

The word 講習 (kōshū) joins 講 (kō, "lecture") with 習 (shū, "learning or practice"), so its structure suggests instruction followed by learning.

Usage tips

  • In public notices, 講習 (kōshū) often refers to a scheduled practical session, not only to training provided by an employer.

Other meanings

  • short coursenoun

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