Definitions
- 1. to seek knowledge
- 2. to study
- 3. to attend college
Word relationships
Related words
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1 itemUsage notes
Collocations
Commonly used with 在外 (zài wài) to mean studying away from home, e.g., 在外求学 (zàiwài qiúxué).
Formality
Formal; often used in written or formal speech contexts. In casual conversation, 上学 (shàngxué) or 读书 (dúshū) is preferred.