Language/Catalan/Vocabulary/Education
Hi Catalan learners! 😊
In this lesson, we will learn all about education-related vocabulary in Catalan, as well as some cultural information and interesting facts.
Don't hesitate to look into these other pages after completing this lesson: Verbs in Catalan & Languages.
Education[edit | edit source]
Catalonia has a well-developed educational system, with both public and private schools. The language of instruction is Catalan in most schools, although Spanish is also taught. Education is compulsory and free between the ages of 6 and 16.
Here are some key words and expressions related to education in Catalan:
| Catalan | Pronunciation | English |
|---|---|---|
| l'educació | ləðuʧəˈci.o | education |
| ensenyament | ənsəɲəˈmɛnt | teaching |
| escola | əsˈkɔlə | school |
| institut | ins.tiˈtut | high school |
| universitat | uni.vɛrsiˈtat | university |
| alumne | ə.lu.mə | student (male) |
| alumna | ə.lu.mnə | student (female) |
| professor | pɾu.fəˈsɔr | teacher (male) |
| professora | pɾu.fəˈso.ɾə | teacher (female) |
| matèria | məˈtɛ.ɾiə | subject |
| exàmen | əɡˈzamən | exam |
| nota | ˈnɔ.tə | grade |
Here's a dialogue to illustrate some of these vocabulary words:
- Alumne: Profe, no he pogut acabar l'examen. (Teacher, I couldn't finish the exam.)
- Professor: Quina llàstima! Espero que vagi bé. (What a pity! I hope it goes well.)
- Alumna: El meu institut té moltes activitats extraescolars. (My high school has a lot of extracurricular activities.)
- Alumne: Quina matèria prefereixes? A mi m'agrada la història. (What subject do you prefer? I like history.)
Levels of Education[edit | edit source]
In Catalonia, there are several levels of education, starting with "Eduació Infantil" (preschool) and ending with university. Here are the different levels of education in Catalan:
Preschool[edit | edit source]
Preschool in Catalonia is called "Eduació Infantil" and is divided into two stages:
| Catalan | Pronunciation | English |
|---|---|---|
| P3 | pe ˈtɾɛs | Preschool for 3-year-olds (lit. "parvulari 3") |
| P5 | pe ˈsink | Preschool for 5-year-olds (lit. "parvulari 5") |
Primary Education[edit | edit source]
Primary education in Catalonia is called "Educació Primària" and consists of six years of schooling.
Secondary Education[edit | edit source]
Secondary education, or "Educació Secundària Obligatòria (ESO)" is compulsory and lasts for four years.
Upper Secondary Education[edit | edit source]
Upper secondary education, or "Batxillerat," lasts for two years and prepares students for university. It is not compulsory.
Vocational Training[edit | edit source]
"Formació Professional" or vocational training is also an option for students who wish to pursue a trade or technical career.
University[edit | edit source]
University, or "Universitat," is the highest level of education in Catalonia. It is divided into three cycles:
1. Grado (undergraduate degree) 2. Máster (graduate degree) 3. Doctorado (doctorate)
Cultural Tips[edit | edit source]
Catalonia is known for its rich cultural history, and education plays an important role in preserving and promoting its language, art, and traditions.
One famous Catalan artist is Antoni Gaudí, famous for his unique architectural style, which can be seen in famous landmarks like the Sagrada Familia and Park Güell.
Catalan is also the language of poets and writers, including Joanot Martorell, Jacint Verdaguer, and Mercè Rodoreda.
If you're interested in learning more about Catalan culture and language, be sure to check out Polyglot Club's page on questions and find native speakers to practice speaking with others.
Sources[edit | edit source]
- Catalan - Definition, Meaning & Synonyms | Vocabulary.com
- Learn Catalan Vocabulary Words Baby FlashCards on the App Store
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