学生

がくせい

student

JLPT N5

Character Breakdown

Meaning and Usage

"学生" (xuéshēng) refers to a person who is enrolled in an educational institution and is actively learning. It is commonly used to describe learners from primary school to university level.

Common Collocations

  • 学生 (xuéshēngmen): plural form meaning "students"
  • 学生 (dàxué xuéshēng): university student
  • 学生 (xiǎoxuéshēng): elementary school student

Notes

When using "学生," the context often clarifies the education level. It can be combined with other words to specify the type of student. Unlike some English uses, "学生" does not imply age but rather the role of learning. Avoid confusing "学生" with "老师" (teacher).

Example Sentences

He is a university student, currently studying computer science.

The students are attentively listening to the teacher in the classroom.

She is not only a student but also the captain of the school's basketball