Translation and Meaning of: 課程 - katei
On this page, we will study the meaning of the Japanese word 課程 (katei) and its translation into English. Let's see their different meanings, example phrases, explanations, etymology and the similar words.
Romaji: katei
Kana: かてい
Type: noun
L: jlpt-n2
Translation / Meaning: course; curriculum
Meaning in English: course;curriculum
Definition: Show progress and educational progress.
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Explanation and Etymology - (課程) katei
The Japanese word 「課程」(katei) is widely used to refer to curricula or academic courses. The etymology of the word traces back to the combination of two kanji: 「課」(ka), meaning "section" or "lesson," and 「程」(tei), which can be translated as "degree," "measure," or "procedure." The union of these characters conveys the idea of a structured progression or steps in learning, an essential concept in the organization of studies.
The concept of 「課程」is intrinsically linked to the Japanese educational system, where the term manifests in various contexts. For example, when enrolling in a university, students choose their 「課程」, which determines the subjects and timetable they will follow throughout the program. Furthermore, the word can be used to denote school curricula, both at basic and advanced levels.
Originating from a formal academic context, the use of 「課程」can be found in situations beyond the classroom. The term also applies in corporate environments, where training and skill development courses are described as 「社員研修課程」(shain kenshuu katei), or "employee training programs." This broader usage illustrates the flexibility of 「課程」to encompass different types of learning and development in various contexts.
Synonyms and similar words
- カリキュラム (Karikyuramu) - Set of subjects or contents of a course
- コース (Kōsu) - A specific course or module within a curriculum
- レッスン (Ressun) - Class or lesson in a course
- 授業 (Jugyō) - Class taught in a school environment, more focused on teaching
- カリキュラ (Karikyura) - Reference to the content of an educational program, similar to the curriculum, but usually in a specific context.
- 教育プログラム (Kyōiku Puroguramu) - Structured educational program that can include various courses and curricula
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How to Write in Japanese - (課程) katei
See below a step-by-step guide on how to write the word by hand in Japanese (課程) katei:
Example Sentences - (課程) katei
Below are some example sentences:
Kono katei wa totemo kyoumi fukai desu
This course is very interesting.
This course is very interesting.
- この - indicates proximity, in this case, "this"
- 課程 - means "course"
- は - topic particle, indicates that the subject of the sentence is "this course"
- とても - adverb meaning "very"
- 興味深い - adjective meaning "interesting"
- です - verb "to be" in the present tense, indicating that "this course is very interesting"
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