専修

せんしゅう

specialization

JLPT N1

Character Breakdown

Meaning and Usage

"専修" (せんしゅう) refers to a field of study or specialization that someone focuses on, especially in an academic or professional context. It is often used when talking about university majors or specialized courses.

Common Collocations

  • 専修する: to specialize in a subject
  • 専修科目: specialized subjects or courses
  • 専修学校: vocational or specialized training school

Register and Nuance

This term is formal and commonly used in educational or professional settings. It implies a focused and in-depth study rather than a casual interest.

Tips for Learners

Be careful not to confuse "専修" with general study or learning. It specifically means a chosen specialization or major. When using it, it often pairs with verbs like "する" (to do) or nouns like "学校" (school) or "科目" (subject).

Example Sentences

かれはだいがくでけいざいがくをせんしゅうしています。

He is specializing in economics at university.

せんしゅうかもくをえらぶときは、じぶんのきょうみをかんがえましょう。

When choosing your specialization subjects, consider your interests.

せんしゅうがっこうはしょくぎょうきょういくにとっかしたがっこうです。

A vocational school is a school specialized in vocational education.