L'université
Example: L'université organise un forum sur les carrières internationales.
Definition
"L'université" refers to an institution of higher education and research, which grants academic degrees in various fields and often engages in scholarly activities. It is a place where students pursue advanced learning and prepare for professional careers, such as organizing forums on international careers.
Etymology
The word "l'université" originates from the Latin term 'universitas,' meaning 'the whole' or 'the entirety.' In medieval times, it referred to a community of teachers and students forming a corporation. Did you know that the concept of a university as a degree-granting institution dates back to the 12th century in Europe?
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"L'université" appears in the Vocaplus list "French - General - (B2) - set 1", containing 111 commonly used words.
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