courses

word · lemma: course

/ˈkɔɹsəz/
KOR-siz
/kˈɔːsɪz/
KAW-siz

Definition

'Courses' can mean classes or subjects you study at school or university, or the different parts of a meal served one after another.

Usage & Nuances

As a noun, 'courses' is often used for academic subjects ('take three courses'), or meal divisions ('three courses: starter, main, dessert'). Don't confuse with 'course' as in 'golf course'. In food, always use plural with multiple dishes.

Example Sentences

The dinner had four courses: soup, salad, steak, and dessert.

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The university offers a lot of online courses you can do from home.

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They brought out each of the three courses slowly so we could enjoy every dish.

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I'm taking three courses this semester.

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We need to choose our courses for next year.

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All first-year students must complete certain courses before they graduate.

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