seminar
SEH-mih-nah
Seminar (noun) means a small class or meeting where a topic is discussed in depth, often led by an expert. Example: “The professor runs a weekly seminar on medieval history.”
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A small class or meeting where a topic is discussed in depth, often led by an expert.
"The professor runs a weekly seminar on medieval history."
"She attended a sales seminar over the weekend."
"Students must prepare a short talk for each seminar this term."
How to use seminar
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishA focused discussion or teaching session, smaller and more interactive than a lecture.
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Common pairings
attend a seminar
lead a seminar
seminar room
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Word forms
- Plural
- seminars
- Third person singular
- seminars
- Past tense
- seminared
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Etymology
From German Seminar, from Latin sēminārium, literally "seed-bed" — the same image behind "seminary."
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What does “seminar” mean?
The word “seminar” means a small class or meeting where a topic is discussed in depth, often led by an expert. In plain terms, a focused discussion or teaching session, smaller and more interactive than a lecture.
How do you pronounce “seminar”?
“Seminar” is pronounced SEH-mih-nah (/ˈsɛmɪnɑɹ/ in IPA).
How do you use “seminar” in a sentence?
Here is “seminar” used in a sentence: “The professor runs a weekly seminar on medieval history.”
What is another word for “seminar”?
Words with a similar meaning to “seminar” include ovular.
What part of speech is “seminar”?
“Seminar” is a noun.
Where does the word “seminar” come from?
The word “seminar” comes from Latin. From German Seminar, from Latin sēminārium, literally "seed-bed" — the same image behind "seminary.".
Is “seminar” a common word?
“Seminar” is an uncommon word in modern English, usually learned at around the B2 level.
What is the difference between a seminar and a lecture?
A lecture is typically a one-way presentation where an expert speaks to a large audience with little interaction. A seminar is smaller and more discussion-based, often led by an expert but involving active participation from attendees.
What is the difference between a seminar and a workshop?
A seminar centers on discussing and exploring a topic in depth, often through conversation and expert-led explanation. A workshop is generally more hands-on, focused on practicing skills or producing something rather than just discussing ideas.
How many people typically attend a seminar?
Seminars are usually small classes or meetings, in contrast to large lecture halls, which allows for meaningful discussion between the leader and participants.
