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Introduction[edit | edit source]

In this lesson, we will focus on the vocabulary related to education and learning in Serbian-speaking countries. Education plays a crucial role in Serbian culture, and having a strong foundation in this vocabulary will greatly enhance your ability to communicate effectively in Serbian. Whether you are a student, a teacher, or simply interested in the topic, this lesson will provide you with the essential words and phrases to navigate the educational landscape. We will cover various aspects of education, including types of schools, subjects, and educational institutions. By the end of this lesson, you will be well-equipped to discuss education and learning in Serbian. So let's get started!

Types of Schools[edit | edit source]

In Serbian-speaking countries, there are several types of schools that cater to different age groups and educational needs. Here are some common types of schools and their corresponding Serbian vocabulary:

School (Школа)[edit | edit source]

A school is a place where students receive formal education. In Serbian, the word for school is "школа" (škola). Here are some useful phrases related to school:

Serbian Pronunciation English
Школа škola School
Ученик učenik Student
Професор profesor Teacher/Professor
Класа klasa Class
Настава nastava Lesson
Домаћи задатак domaći zadatak Homework

Kindergarten (Дечији вртић)[edit | edit source]

Kindergarten, also known as preschool or daycare, is an educational institution for young children before they start formal schooling. In Serbian, the word for kindergarten is "дечији вртић" (dečiji vrtić). Here are some phrases related to kindergarten:

Serbian Pronunciation English
Дечији вртић dečiji vrtić Kindergarten
Деца deca Children
Игралиште igralište Playground
Васпитач vaspitač Teacher (in kindergarten)
Играчке igračke Toys

Primary School (Основна школа)[edit | edit source]

Primary school is the first stage of formal education and is attended by children aged 6 to 14. In Serbian, the term for primary school is "основна школа" (osnovna škola). Here are some phrases related to primary school:

Serbian Pronunciation English
Основна школа osnovna škola Primary School
Ученици učenici Students
Наставник nastavnik Teacher
Одељење odeljenje Classroom
Предмети predmeti Subjects

High School (Средња школа)[edit | edit source]

High school is the second stage of formal education and is attended by students aged 15 to 18. In Serbian, the term for high school is "средња школа" (srednja škola). Here are some phrases related to high school:

Serbian Pronunciation English
Средња школа srednja škola High School
Ученици učenici Students
Професор profesor Teacher/Professor
Распоред часова raspored časova Class schedule
Матура matura Final Exam

University (Универзитет)[edit | edit source]

University is a higher education institution where students pursue academic degrees. In Serbian, the word for university is "универзитет" (univerzitet). Here are some phrases related to university:

Serbian Pronunciation English
Универзитет univerzitet University
Студент student Student
Професор profesor Professor
Предавање predavanje Lecture
Испит ispit Exam

Subjects[edit | edit source]

In Serbian-speaking countries, students study a wide range of subjects at various levels of education. Here are some common subjects and their corresponding Serbian vocabulary:

Mathematics (Математика)[edit | edit source]

Mathematics is a fundamental subject taught in schools at all levels. In Serbian, the word for mathematics is "математика" (matematika). Here are some phrases related to mathematics:

Serbian Pronunciation English
Математика matematika Mathematics
Број broj Number
Рачун račun Calculation
Геометрија geometrija Geometry
Алгебра algebra Algebra

Science (Наука)[edit | edit source]

Science is a broad field of study that encompasses various disciplines such as physics, chemistry, and biology. In Serbian, the word for science is "наука" (nauka). Here are some phrases related to science:

Serbian Pronunciation English
Наука nauka Science
Физика fizika Physics
Хемија hemija Chemistry
Биологија biologija Biology
Екологија ekologija Ecology

Languages (Језици)[edit | edit source]

Languages play an important role in education, and students often study their native language as well as foreign languages. In Serbian, the word for language is "језик" (jezik). Here are some phrases related to languages:

Serbian Pronunciation English
Језик jezik Language
Српски srpski Serbian
Англиски engleski English
Француски francuski French
Шпански španski Spanish

Educational Institutions[edit | edit source]

Apart from schools, there are various educational institutions that offer specialized courses and programs. Here are some common educational institutions and their corresponding Serbian vocabulary:

College (Колеџ)[edit | edit source]

A college is an institution that offers higher education and grants degrees. In Serbian, the word for college is "колеџ" (kolež). Here are some phrases related to college:

Serbian Pronunciation English
Колеџ kolež College
Студент student Student
Професор profesor Professor
Завршни рад završni rad Final Paper
Уписница upisnica Enrollment Form

Language School (Школа језика)[edit | edit source]

Language schools are institutions that specialize in teaching foreign languages. In Serbian, the term for language school is "школа језика" (škola jezika). Here are some phrases related to language school:

Serbian Pronunciation English
Школа језика škola jezika Language School
Ученик učenik Student
Наставник nastavnik Teacher
Курс kurs Course
Испит ispit Exam

Vocational School (Стручна школа)[edit | edit source]

Vocational schools are institutions that provide practical training and education in specific trades and professions. In Serbian, the term for vocational school is "стручна школа" (stručna škola). Here are some phrases related to vocational school:

Serbian Pronunciation English
Стручна школа stručna škola Vocational School
Ученик učenik Student
Наставник nastavnik Teacher
Практична настава praktična nastava Practical Training
Завршни испит završni ispit Final Exam

Exercises[edit | edit source]

Now it's time to practice what you've learned! Choose the correct answer for each question:

1. What is the Serbian word for "university"? a) школа (škola) b) вртић (vrtić) c) универзитет (univerzitet)

2. What is the Serbian word for "mathematics"? a) математика (matematika) b) хемија (hemija) c) физика (fizika)

3. Where do high school students study? a) дечији вртић (dečiji vrtić) b) средња школа (srednja škola) c) колеџ (kolež)

4. What is the Serbian word for "language school"? a) школа језика (škola jezika) b) основна школа (osnovna škola) c) стручна школа (stručna škola)

5. What is the Serbian word for "teacher"? a) професор (profesor) b) наставник (nastavnik) c) студент (student)

Answers: 1-c, 2-a, 3-b, 4-a, 5-b

Conclusion[edit | edit source]

Congratulations! You have successfully learned the vocabulary related to education and learning in Serbian-speaking countries. This knowledge will greatly enhance your ability to communicate and understand conversations about education. Remember to practice these words and phrases in context to reinforce your learning. Keep up the good work, and continue exploring the rich world of Serbian language and culture!


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