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homeschool

Intermediate (B1)

IPA: /ˈhoʊmˌskoʊl/

KK: /ˈhoʊmˌskoʊl/

intransitive verb
Definition

To educate children at home instead of sending them to a traditional school.


Example

Many parents choose to homeschool their children to provide a personalized education.


Tense Forms

Past: homeschooled

Past Participle: homeschooled


Conversation
Sloth A
Have you ever thought about how people homeschool their kids?
Sloth B
Yeah, I find it really interesting, especially with the flexibility it offers.
Sloth A
Right? I think homeschool can provide such a personalized learning experience.
Sloth B
Absolutely! Plus, it allows for more family time.

Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
educate
teach
instruct
Antonyms
neglect
ignore
abandon
noun
Definition

A type of education where children are taught at home instead of in a traditional school setting.


Example

Many families choose to homeschool their children for various reasons, including personalized learning.


Conversation
Sloth A
Have you ever thought about homeschool for your kids?
Sloth B
I have, but I’m not sure if it’s the right choice for us.
Sloth A
Yeah, I get that; homeschool can be a big commitment.
Sloth B
transitive verb
Definition

To teach a child at home instead of sending them to a traditional school.


Example

Many parents choose to homeschool their children to provide a personalized education.


Tense Forms

Past: homeschooled

Past Participle: homeschooled


Conversation
Sloth A
Have you ever thought about how people homeschool their kids?
Sloth B
Yeah, I find it really interesting, especially with all the flexibility it offers.
Sloth A
I know, right? I think it could be a great option for some families.
Root Explanation

Homeschool is formed from "home" (from Old English "ham", meaning dwelling or residence) and "school" (from Greek "scholē", meaning leisure or a place of learning). The word refers to the practice of educating children at home rather than in a traditional school setting.

Memory Tip

Think of a 'home' as the place where learning happens instead of a traditional 'school' — that's why homeschooling means education at home.

Visually Confused Words
foreschool
Is this page helpful?
Exactly! But it could also provide a lot of flexibility.

Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
unschooling
tutoring
education
Antonyms
schooling
institution
classroom
Sloth B
Definitely! It allows for a more personalized approach to learning.

Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
educate
teach
train
Antonyms
neglect
ignore
abandon