Word
apprenticeship
Phoneticsap·pren·tice·ship, stress on the second syllable
US/əˈpɹɛntəsˌʃɪp/
UK/ɐpɹˈɛntɪsʃˌɪp/
Definitions
01the training system
B2 · Upper Intermediate Countable noun
n. a system where a person learns a craft or trade by working for a master for a set time.
n. the formal system of vocational training combining on-the-job experience with technical instruction.
Español:formación profesional
“He decided to start an apprenticeship in carpentry instead of going to university.”
“The government has introduced new incentives for small businesses to offer an apprenticeship to local school leavers interested in engineering.”
Usage
Often used with the verbs 'do', 'serve', or 'complete'.
Synonyms
02the time period
B2 · Upper Intermediate Countable noun
n. the amount of time someone spends working as an apprentice.
n. the specific duration of time served by an individual while under a contract of training.
“During her four-year apprenticeship, she learned everything about aircraft maintenance.”
“Upon the successful completion of his apprenticeship, he was immediately offered a permanent position as a senior technician within the firm.”
Usage
Usually a countable noun referring to the duration of the contract.
Real-World Examples
“She turned down her university offers and took a gap year to find a suitable apprenticeship.” “Entry-level work once functioned as a kind of apprenticeship for recent graduates and new employees.” “They help students develop the knowledge and skills needed for apprenticeships, employment and further study.” Etymology
From apprentice + -ship.
Etymology adapted from Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.
Word family
NOUN
- Exam level
- CambridgeCambridgeCambridge English QualificationsThe exam suite from Cambridge University Press & Assessment, from A1 Movers up to C2 Proficiency. The benchmark names double as CEFR labels.B2 FirstIELTSIELTSInternational English Language Testing SystemThe 0–9 band test co-owned by the British Council, IDP, and Cambridge. Used for university entry, work, and migration.5.5–6.5TOEFL iBTTOEFL iBTTest of English as a Foreign Language, Internet-Based TestETS's academic English test, the standard route for US university admissions. Scored 0–120, with a 1–6 scale since 2026.1–6 scale: 4.0–4.572–94TOEICTOEICTest of English for International CommunicationETS's workplace English test, big in Japan and Korea. Listening & Reading scores 10–990 and tops out at C1.785–944
- Frequency
- Frequent
- Level
- B2 · Upper Intermediate
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