网课
wǎng kènoun★Intermediate— online course
informal
A course or class conducted over the internet, typically using video conferencing or pre-recorded lectures.
由于疫情，很多学校开始提供网课。
Due to the pandemic, many schools started offering online courses.
💡
The term became widely used during the COVID-19 pandemic as remote learning became more common.
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💡Pro Tip
Usage Context
While '网课' can refer to formal academic courses, it's also commonly used for informal online tutorials or skill-based learning.
⚡Gold Rule
Tone and Register
The term is neutral and can be used in both formal and informal contexts, though it's more common in casual conversation.
📖Word Origin
Combination of 网 (wǎng, 'internet') and 课 (kè, 'course/lesson').
📝Usage Notes
Often used in the context of higher education, professional training, or language learning. Can also refer to informal online tutorials.
Word Breakdown
网
internet
root课
course/lesson
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