# chalkboard

/tʃˈɔːkbɔːd/ (UK) · CEFR B1 · Noun

Source: https://englishreference.com/word/chalkboard
Updated: 2026-05-27

## Definition

a large, dark board used for writing with chalk. You often see them in classrooms for teachers to write lessons on.

For teachers: a large, dark surface, typically made of slate or a synthetic material, used for writing with chalk. Often used in educational settings for instruction or public announcements.

## Examples

- The teacher wrote the math problem on the chalkboard.
- Students used the chalkboard to leave messages for their classmates before the school year ended.
- While digital projectors have become standard in modern lecture halls, many educators still prefer the tactile feedback of writing directly on a chalkboard for complex mathematical derivations.

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