English

semester

səˈmestər, səˈmes.tɚ, sɪˈmɛstə, sɪˈmɛstɚ
Meaning: one of the periods into which an academic year is divided
Part of Speech: Noun Alternative Readings: səˈmes.tɚ, sɪˈmɛstə, sɪˈmɛstɚ

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Example sentences

She is taking four courses during the spring semester.
She is taking four courses during the spring semester.
I am taking a Spanish course this semester.
I am taking a Spanish course this semester.
The university saw a significant increase in student enrollment this semester.
The university saw a significant increase in student enrollment this semester.
The new semester starts on the nineteenth of September.
The new semester starts on the nineteenth of September.
The student is keen to join the photography club this semester.
The student is keen to join the photography club this semester.

Usage Notes

In many countries, the academic year is divided into two semesters: the fall (or autumn) semester and the spring semester.

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