schoolwork

UK: ˈskuːlwɜːk | US: ˈskuːlwɜːrk

Definition

  1. n. work assigned to be done by students as part of their school curriculum.

Structure
school <place of learning>work <task or labor>
Etymology

The word "schoolwork" is a straightforward compound of "school" (derived from Old English "scōl," originally from Latin "schola," meaning "place of learning") and "work" (from Old English "weorc," meaning "task or labor"). The term emerged in the 19th century to describe academic tasks assigned to students, reflecting the structured nature of modern education systems.

Examples

  1. She finished her schoolwork before dinner.

  2. The teacher assigned extra schoolwork over the weekend.

  3. Balancing schoolwork and hobbies can be challenging.

  4. He struggled to focus on his schoolwork during the noisy class.

  5. Parents often help their children with schoolwork at home.