double major — A course of study in which a student specializes in two academic subjects simultaneously
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: A course of study in which a student specializes in two academic subjects simultaneously
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈdʌbəl ˈmeɪdʒər/
Korean meaning: 한 학생이 두 개의 전공 과목을 동시에 공부하는 과정
Korean pronunciation: **더**블 **메이**져
Example Sentences
- My roommate is doing a double major in music and engineering - he plays violin while coding!
- A double major in philosophy and business prepares students for both deep thinking and practical application.
- She jokes that her double major in art and accounting helps her create beautiful budgets.
double major
NOUN//ˈdʌbəl ˈmeɪdʒər//
A course of study in which a student specializes in two academic subjects simultaneously
A course of study in which a student specializes in two academic subjects simultaneously
A double major is a bold wager!
🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
Double은 라틴어 'duplus'(두 배의)에서, Major는 라틴어 'maior'(더 큰)에서 유래. 교육 분야에서 '주요한 전공'이라는 의미로 발전했고, 20세기 중반부터 두 개의 전공을 동시에 이수하는 개념이 일반화되었다.
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🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“My roommate is doing a double major in music and engineering - he plays violin while coding!”
“A double major in philosophy and business prepares students for both deep thinking and practical application.”
“She jokes that her double major in art and accounting helps her create beautiful budgets.”
“Students considering a double major should carefully plan their course schedule to meet all requirements.”
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