生徒
seitostudent (someone who attends school or is enrolled in an educational institution)
彼は高校生徒です。
He is a high school student.
生徒は先生の指示に従うべきです。
Students should follow the teacher's instructions.
The term '生徒' is commonly used for students in primary, secondary, and vocational schools. For university students, '学生' (gakusei) is more commonly used.
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💡Pro Tip
Usage in Formal Contexts
In formal contexts, such as school announcements or official documents, '生徒' is the preferred term for students in primary and secondary education.
⚡Gold Rule
Distinction from '学生'
While '生徒' and '学生' can sometimes be used interchangeably, '生徒' is more commonly used for younger students, whereas '学生' is typically reserved for university students.
📖Word Origin
Composed of '生' (life, living) and '徒' (follower, disciple), originally referring to someone who follows a teacher or master.
📝Usage Notes
'生徒' is more commonly used for younger students, while '学生' is used for university students. In some contexts, the two terms may be interchangeable.