Word
lecturing
Phoneticslec·tur·ing, stress on the first syllable
US/ˈɫɛktʃɝɪŋ/
UK/lˈɛktʃəɹɪŋ/
Uncountable noun
Definition
n. the job or activity of giving formal talks to students at a college or university. It can also mean talking to someone in a way that makes them feel like a child.
n. the professional activity of delivering formal educational presentations to university students. Often carries a negative connotation when describing a patronising or overly critical style of communication.
Examples
“She enjoys lecturing at the local university.”
“After years of research, he transitioned into lecturing to share his findings with the next generation of scientists.”
“While her primary role involves lecturing on medieval history, she also dedicates significant time to archival research and peer-reviewing academic journals.”
Examples
simple
“She enjoys lecturing at the local university.”
contextual
“After years of research, he transitioned into lecturing to share his findings with the next generation of scientists.”
complex
“While her primary role involves lecturing on medieval history, she also dedicates significant time to archival research and peer-reviewing academic journals.”
Usage
Typically used as an uncountable noun to describe the profession or the act of speaking; takes a singular verb.
Real-World Examples
“Lecturing by an AI rather than by a human is less common, at least at the moment, but it is starting to appear.” “In my 300-person course with pre-med students, I no longer only teach through lecturing.” - 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
- Occasional
- Level
- B2 · Upper Intermediate
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