B1 noun Neutral

éducation

/e.dy.ka.sjɔ̃/

The process of receiving or giving systematic instruction, especially at a school or university. A frequent topic for IELTS Task 2.

Examples

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1

L'éducation des enfants commence à la maison.

Children's education begins at home.

2

Le ministère de l'Éducation nationale a annoncé une réforme.

The Ministry of National Education announced a reform.

3

Il a reçu une bonne éducation.

He received a good upbringing/education.

Word Family

Noun
éducation
Verb
éduquer
Adjective
éducatif
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Memory Tip

Identical to 'education' in English.

Quick Quiz

L'___ est un droit fondamental pour tous.

Correct!

The correct answer is: éducation

Examples

1

L'éducation des enfants commence à la maison.

everyday

Children's education begins at home.

2

Le ministère de l'Éducation nationale a annoncé une réforme.

formal

The Ministry of National Education announced a reform.

3

Il a reçu une bonne éducation.

informal

He received a good upbringing/education.

4

L'accès à l'éducation supérieure reste inégal.

academic

Access to higher education remains unequal.

5

Nous offrons une éducation continue à nos salariés.

business

We offer continuing education to our employees.

Word Family

Noun
éducation
Verb
éduquer
Adjective
éducatif

Common Collocations

système d'éducation education system
éducation gratuite free education
recevoir une éducation to receive an education
éducation de qualité quality education
éducation civique civic education

Common Phrases

manque d'éducation

lack of education / bad manners

faire son éducation

to get one's education

milieu de l'éducation

educational field

Often Confused With

éducation vs enseignement

Enseignement refers specifically to teaching/schooling; éducation is broader, including upbringing.

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Usage Notes

Note that 'éducation' can also mean 'manners' or 'politeness' in French (un manque d'éducation).

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Common Mistakes

Using 'éducation' only for schooling, when it also applies to upbringing at home.

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Memory Tip

Identical to 'education' in English.

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Word Origin

From Latin 'educatio', meaning 'rearing' or 'training'.

Grammar Patterns

L'éducation de + [person] Accès à l'éducation
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Cultural Context

In France, 'L'Éducation Nationale' is a major governmental institution.

Quick Quiz

L'___ est un droit fondamental pour tous.

Correct!

The correct answer is: éducation

More society words

développement

B1

The process of starting to experience or as a result of growth or progress. It can refer to the economy, a child, or an idea.

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