studying (B1)
verb
Pronunciation: /ˈstʌdiɪŋ/
Definition
Devoting time and attention to acquiring knowledge on an academic subject, especially by means of books.
Examples
He is studying engineering at university.
She has been studying the effects of climate change for years.
They are studying abroad next semester.
How to Use studying
- study for (prepositional phrase)
- To prepare for an exam or test. — "I need to study for my history test tomorrow."
- study at (prepositional phrase)
- To be enrolled as a student in an institution. — "She is studying at Oxford University."
- study abroad (collocation)
- To study in a foreign country. — "Many students choose to study abroad during their college years."
- study of (collocation)
- The academic discipline or field of research concerning a particular subject. — "Biology is the study of living organisms."
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