🇬🇧🇪🇸 discipline - disciplina : English Lesson

Meaning of "discipline" ("disciplina"), detailed definition, and a short video lesson below.

Discipline is the ability to control your actions, follow rules, and stay committed to something—even when you’d rather be playing video games or eating a giant cake instead. It helps people learn, work hard, and improve their skills.

Watch and listen to this English flashcard to understand the word in more detail, with an easy example sentence.

It takes discipline to exercise every day, which is why I just watch fitness videos instead.

My mom says I need more discipline, but I think I just need more cookies.

My dog has no discipline—he sits only when he sees a treat in my hand.

I practiced discipline by only eating five slices of pizza instead of the whole thing.

I tried to have discipline at the toy store, but somehow, I left with 10 new stuffed animals.

Anna had little money but big dreams. Every day, discipline woke her at six. Discipline told her to play the small song one more time. Discipline made her tidy the room, eat, and run to class on time. Discipline kept her hand still. People smiled when she played. She hugged her old guitar and felt happy because discipline won.

This word is at the B1 level, which means it’s important for understanding and discussing familiar topics like work, school, or leisure. Words at this level help you express your thoughts, opinions, and experiences with more detail.

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