On campus Meaning in English
expression
ˈɑn/, /ˈɔn/ /ˈkæmpəs
ON KAM-puhs
ˈɒn/ /kˈæmpəs
on KAM-puhs
Definition
Refers to being or happening within the grounds or facilities of a college or university.
Usage & Nuances
Commonly used in academic settings. Can refer to both physical presence (living, studying) and events or services held within the school property. Opposite is 'off campus'. Usually not used for schools below college level.
Spanish: en el campusPortuguese (BR): no campusPortuguese (PT): no campusChinese (Simplified): 在校园里Chinese (Traditional): 在校園裡Hindi: कैम्पस मेंArabic: في الحرم الجامعيBengali: ক্যাম্পাসেRussian: на кампусе - на территории университетаJapanese: キャンパス内でVietnamese: trong khuôn viên trườngKorean: 캠퍼스에서Turkish: kampüsteUrdu: جامعہ میں - کیمپس میںIndonesian: di kampus
Example Sentences
I live on campus during the semester.
basic
There is a big library on campus.
basic
Many students eat lunch on campus.
basic
Do you want to meet on campus after class?
natural
Most events this week are happening on campus.
natural
I prefer living on campus because it’s closer to my classes.
natural