休学
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Noun meaning a formal leave of absence from school. Often used in phrases like 『休学する』 (kyuugaku suru, 'to take a leave of absence') as a suru-verb. Example: 『彼は一年間休学した』 (kare wa ichinenkan kyuugaku shita, 'He took a one-year leave from school').
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休学
きゅうがく
temporary absence from school / suspension
Culture & SocietySchool & Education
Memory Hook
Imagine a student taking a break from school to rest. 'Kyuu' sounds like 'cue'—a cue to pause learning. 'Cue to pause' → 休学 (kyuugaku, 'temporary absence from school').
Cultural Note
In Japan, students may take 『休学』 (kyuugaku, 'temporary absence from school') for reasons like health issues, personal development, or travel. It's a formal process requiring school approval and differs from dropping out, as students can return to continue their studies.
Forms
Base: 休学Noun meaning a formal leave of absence from school. Often used in phrases like 『休学する』 (kyuugaku suru, 'to take a leave of absence') as a suru-verb. Example: 『彼は一年間休学した』 (kare wa ichinenkan kyuugaku shita, 'He took a one-year leave from school').