noun A2 Elementary

schoolwork

SKOOL-wurk

Schoolwork (noun) means Work assigned by a school, whether done in class or as homework. Example: “She finishes her schoolwork before dinner every night.”

noun

Work assigned by a school, whether done in class or as homework.

"She finishes her schoolwork before dinner every night."

How to use schoolwork

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishAny academic task set by school — homework, assignments, projects, and the like.

Common pairings

finish schoolwork behind on schoolwork

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Etymology

A compound of school and work.

Synonyms

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school assignment

Frequently asked questions

What does “schoolwork” mean?

The word “schoolwork” means work assigned by a school, whether done in class or as homework. In plain terms, any academic task set by school — homework, assignments, projects, and the like.

How do you pronounce “schoolwork”?

“Schoolwork” is pronounced SKOOL-wurk (/ˈskulˌwɝk/ in IPA).

How do you use “schoolwork” in a sentence?

Here is “schoolwork” used in a sentence: “She finishes her schoolwork before dinner every night.”

What part of speech is “schoolwork”?

“Schoolwork” is a noun.

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