lectures (B2)

noun

Pronunciation: /ˈlɛktʃərz/

Definition

A long speech or talk on a particular subject, especially one given to a group of students.

Examples

• The university offers a wide range of lectures on various subjects.

• She attended a fascinating lecture about the latest discoveries in astronomy.

• He found the lecture on quantum physics quite challenging but informative.

How to Use lectures

lecture on (prepositional phrase)

To give a talk or presentation about a specific subject. — "The guest speaker will lecture on the future of artificial intelligence."

attend a lecture (collocation)

To go to and be present at a formal talk or speech. — "Many students decided to attend a lecture on climate change."

give a lecture (collocation)

To deliver a formal speech or talk, especially to an audience. — "The Nobel laureate will give a lecture about her groundbreaking research."

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