Word
AFL
Phoneticsafl
/ˌeɪˌɛˈfɛɫ/
Definition
n. a way of describing English when it is taught to people who live in a country where English is not the main language. It is a common short name used by teachers and students in the education world.
n. an abbreviation for English as a Foreign Language, referring to the study or teaching of English in a non-English-speaking environment. Often contrasted with ESL (English as a Second Language), which implies the learner is living in an English-speaking country.
Examples
“She is an AFL teacher working in South Korea.”
“Many AFL students focus on passing international exams like IELTS or TOEFL to study abroad.”
“The curriculum was specifically designed for the AFL market, prioritising communicative competence over the rote memorisation of obscure grammatical structures that native speakers rarely employ.”
Examples
simple
“She is an AFL teacher working in South Korea.”
contextual
“Many AFL students focus on passing international exams like IELTS or TOEFL to study abroad.”
complex
“The curriculum was specifically designed for the AFL market, prioritising communicative competence over the rote memorisation of obscure grammatical structures that native speakers rarely employ.”
Usage
Typically functions as a noun adjunct or a proper noun in educational contexts.
Real-World Examples
“Victoria police have issued a warning ahead of the AFL grand final this weekend, saying officials know there is a heightened risk of family violence during major sporting events.” “Five players in the Australian Football League (AFL) have been banned for late-night drinking and inviting women to a hotel after a weekend match in Melbourne.” Scan code
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