Harvard Meaning in English

word

US

/ˈhɑɹvɝd/

HAR-vurd

UK

/ˈhɑːvəd/

HAH-vuhd

Definition

Harvard is a famous private university in the United States, especially known for its high academic reputation. People also use the name to refer to the institution, its students, or things connected to it.

Usage & Nuances

Usually a proper noun, so it is capitalized: 'Harvard'. Common patterns include 'at Harvard', 'go to Harvard', 'Harvard student', and 'Harvard professor'. In casual speech, it can suggest elite education or high status.

• Spanish: Harvard
• Portuguese (BR): Harvard
• Portuguese (PT): Harvard
• Chinese (Simplified): 哈佛大学
• Chinese (Traditional): 哈佛大學
• Hindi: हार्वर्ड
• Arabic: هارفارد
• Bengali: হার্ভার্ড
• Russian: Гарвард
• Japanese: ハーバード
• Vietnamese: Harvard
• Korean: 하버드
• Turkish: Harvard
• Urdu: ہارورڈ
• Indonesian: Harvard

Example Sentences

My cousin studies at Harvard.

basic

She wants to go to Harvard one day.

basic

A Harvard professor gave the talk.

basic

Getting into Harvard is incredibly competitive.

natural

He always brings up his Harvard degree in interviews.

natural

People hear 'Harvard' and assume you're a genius.

natural