cramming
word · lemma: cram
Definition
Cramming is studying a large amount of material in a very short period, usually just before an exam or deadline.
Usage & Nuances
Informal; mainly used in academic contexts for students. Often associated with poor retention. Common collocations: 'cramming for an exam', 'last-minute cramming'. Not used for general learning.
Spanish: empollar - estudiar a última horaPortuguese (BR): empurrar matéria - estudar em cima da horaPortuguese (PT): enfiar matéria - estudar em cima da horaChinese (Simplified): 临时抱佛脚 - 死记硬背Chinese (Traditional): 臨時抱佛腳 - 死記硬背Hindi: रटना - एकदम से पढ़ाई करनाArabic: الحشو (في الدراسة) - الدراسة المكثفة قبل الامتحان
Example Sentences
She was cramming all night before the big test.
basic
Last-minute cramming is not the best way to learn.
basic
He finished cramming just before the bell rang.
basic
I don’t remember much from last semester—I was just cramming to pass my exams.
natural
Everyone in the library was cramming the night before finals.
natural
Don’t rely on cramming—try to study a little bit every day instead.
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