educational — relating to education or providing knowledge and instruction
Part of speech: ADJECTIVE
Definition: relating to education or providing knowledge and instruction
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˌedʒuˈkeɪʃənəl/
Example Sentences
- My mom thinks video games are educational, but only when I'm losing badly.
- The museum offers educational tours for students of all ages.
- He claimed watching cooking shows was educational research for his diet.
educational
ADJECTIVE[/ˌedʒuˈkeɪʃənəl/]
relating to education or providing knowledge and instruction
Providing knowledge or learning through experience or instruction.
A simple demonstration turns educational and inspirational, building a foundational spark of understanding.
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Latin 'educare' meaning 'to lead out' or 'to bring up', combined with the suffix '-al' meaning 'relating to'. The word entered English through Old French and Medieval Latin.
Breakdown
educat- (from Latin educare, to educate) + -ion (act or process) + -al (relating to) = educational
🎵Rhyme
🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“My mom thinks video games are educational, but only when I'm losing badly.”
“The museum offers educational tours for students of all ages.”
“He claimed watching cooking shows was educational research for his diet.”
“The company provides educational support for employee development.”
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