semester
/sɪˈmestə/ · /sɪˈmestɚ/
CEFR level B1Topic EducationWord #2557 in the learning path
学期（学年两学期制）
Definitions
n. one of the two main periods of an academic year
学期（学年两学期制）
Example
I'm taking a photography class at college this semester.
这学期我在大学选修了一门摄影课。
Offering work placements during the final semester can help university students move successfully into employment.
在最后一个学期提供实习机会，有助于大学生顺利就业。
Collocations
- first semester
- fall semester
- semester break
- end of the semester
Usage tip
通常指一学年两学期中的一学期，不等于半年。
FAQ
- What does semester mean?
- one of the two main periods of an academic year
- How is semester pronounced?
- UK /sɪˈmestə/, US /sɪˈmestɚ/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
