🇬🇧🇪🇸 seminar - seminario : English Lesson

Meaning of "seminar" ("seminario"), detailed definition, and a short video lesson below.

A seminar is a group meeting where people gather to learn about a specific subject, ask questions, and share ideas. It is usually led by an expert and can take place in schools, offices, or even online. Unlike big lectures, seminars are smaller, so you can actually speak instead of just pretending to listen!

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

My mom sent me to a “How to Be More Organized” seminar… I forgot to go.

I accidentally joined a seminar about advanced rocket science—I just wanted free snacks!

My teacher said we had a mandatory seminar. I said I had a mandatory stomachache.

The seminar speaker asked if we had any questions—I asked when lunch was.

My dog attended a seminar on obedience. He came back and ignored every single command.

She walked into the seminar room, heart pounding. The small seminar had five people around a table. The seminar leader put out books and a tea cup. In the seminar she held up a photo and told a short story; the seminar group nodded and clapped. The seminar ended and she left with a bright smile.

This word is at the B2 level, which means it’s used in more complex conversations and texts. It helps you discuss abstract ideas, express opinions clearly, and engage in discussions on a variety of topics, both personal and professional.

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