educational
/ˌɛdʒʊˈkeɪʃənəl/
relating to education or teaching
The school offers an excellent educational program.
The school provides a high-quality teaching program.
general
relating to the process of teaching or learning
She works in the educational sector.
She works in the field of teaching or learning.
Often used to describe institutions, materials, or activities related to learning.
Collocations
educational institutiona school, college, or universityeducational programa structured course or curriculumeducational materialbooks, videos, or resources for learning
Related Phrases
Pro Tip
Usage in formal contexts
Use 'educational' to describe official or structured learning environments.
Gold Rule
Avoid overgeneralization
'Educational' should not be used for informal or recreational learning unless specified.
Word Origin
From Middle French 'éducational', from Latin 'educatio' (a bringing up, rearing), from 'educare' (to lead out, bring up).
Usage Notes
Commonly used to describe anything related to teaching, learning, or schooling.
Word Breakdown
educate
to teach or instruct
root-ional
relating to or characterized by
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