学生

Definition

Refers to a student, typically at the university level. Elementary and middle school students are called 生徒 (seito).

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Etymology

学生 (gakusei) derives from 学 (gaku), meaning 'study' or 'learning', and 生 (sei), meaning 'born' or 'life', reflecting a person who is engaged in learning.

How & Where It’s Used

Gakusei can be used in both formal and informal settings, primarily in educational contexts. It is widely used across Japan in spoken and written language.

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