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education

[/ˌɛdʒuˈkeɪʃən/]
nounfemininepl: educations
educação
1. The process of teaching or learning in a school or other institution
She received her education at Cambridge University.
Ela recebeu sua educação na Universidade de Cambridge.
2. The knowledge and skills acquired through this process
A good education is essential for success.
Uma boa educação é essencial para o sucesso.
3. Training in a particular skill or area of knowledge
He pursued specialized education in engineering.
Ele cursou educação especializada em engenharia.
4. The system of schools and colleges in a country or region
The government invests heavily in education.
O governo investe muito em educação.
Synonyms
schoolinglearninginstructionteachingtraining
Antonyms
ignoranceilliteracy

Regional Variations

General Brazilian Portuguese
educação
Standard term used throughout Brazil
Rio de Janeiro
educação
Standard term; sometimes 'ensino' for the institutional aspect
São Paulo
educação
Standard term; business/formal context may use 'treinamento'
Portugal
educação
Standard term; 'ensino' often used for formal schooling

Related Idioms & Phrases

higher education
early childhood education
special education
physical education
get an education
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