高校
kōkōnoun★Beginner
formal
A Japanese high school, typically covering grades 10-12 (ages 15-18).
高校は3年間続きます。
High school lasts for three years.
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The term '高校' is commonly used in Japan to refer to senior high school, which is the final stage of compulsory education before university or vocational training.
Collocations
高校生high school student高校時代high school days高校卒業high school graduation
Synonyms
Related Phrases
高校受験phrase
high school entrance exam
高校生活phrase
high school life
💡Pro Tip
Common Usage
'高校' is the standard abbreviation for '高等学校' and is used in both formal and informal contexts.
📖Word Origin
Derived from '高等学校' (kōtōgakkō), meaning 'higher school'. The abbreviation '高校' is widely used in everyday speech.
📝Usage Notes
In casual conversation, '高校' is often used interchangeably with '高等学校'. The term is also used in official contexts, such as school names and educational documents.
Word Breakdown
高
high
prefix校
school
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