session - Master This Word
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session Word Meanings
- a meeting or gathering for discussion
- a period devoted to a particular activity
- a series of events taking place at a specific time
session Example Sentences
Example sentences are the start of understanding. Don't rush to memorize. First feel how the word works in a sentence.
session Phonetic & Pronunciation
UK
/ˈsɛʃən/
US
/ˈsɛʃən/
session Word Etymology
session = sessio + -ion (the action of sitting) → Latin 'sessio' (sitting) → Old French 'sesssion' → English. Imagine a group of people seated around a table, deep in discussion, symbolizing the act of coming together for a purpose.
Note 1: These definitions and etymologies are not standard dictionary definitions, but extended explanations provided to help with memorization and understanding of the actual application of words. Through this background information, we strive to make words more vivid and easier to understand, and help you remember their meanings in real life.
Note 2: LexiTalk designs the learning flow around the linguistics principle of “Comprehensible Input.” When learners encounter material that is slightly above their level but still understandable from context, the brain naturally absorbs the language. That’s why we keep every word inside authentic contexts, using examples and associations to help you understand it and use it flexibly.
Read the FAQ explanation of Comprehensible InputEnglish Brain Route
I push open the door, step into the room, and set my notebook on the table. I hold still for a moment, then shift my chair to face the speaker. The talk begins and topics drift from one idea to the next, as I adjust my focus and keep listening. This slow flow makes time feel like a single session, a compact stretch where conversations move from moment to moment.
Real Context
Session can refer to a meeting or gathering for discussion, such as a board session or a training session. It also denotes a period devoted to a particular activity, for example a study session or a therapy session. In politics, a session is a series of events that occur at a specific time, such as a parliamentary session. The word emphasizes both the act of sitting together and the structured time allotted for a task. People describe sessions as long or short, private or public, in-person or virtual, and they often pair it with adjectives to specify the setting or tone. Understanding this helps avoid mixing it with simpler words like meeting or period.
Usage Reminders
- Use session for a defined block of time dedicated to a task.
- Session can be a formal meeting or an informal activity period.
- Pair session with adjectives (long, short, private, virtual) to clarify context.
- Differentiate session from meeting by focusing on time block and purpose.
- When describing a series of events, use 'session' to indicate a time-bound sequence (e. g., parliamentary session).
Common Misconceptions
- A session is always a formal meeting.
- Session only refers to a single event, not a block of time.
- Session and meeting are exactly the same.
- A session cannot be online or virtual.
- Session is the same as a period or term.
Thinking Differences
In English, session is commonly used for both a concrete time block and a formal or informal gathering. Learners should note that a session can be virtual, private, or public, and can describe a single event or a series within a program.
Learning Tips
- Learn common collocations: session + long/short, private/public, virtual.
- Practice with 'training session', 'therapy session', and 'study session' to see pattern.
- Distinguish between session and meeting by focusing on time block and purpose.
- Use 'legislative/parliamentary session' for formal political contexts.
- Plug in verbs: attend a session, hold a session, conduct a session.
- Listen for context clues to decide if it’s a time block or a gathering.
5-Step Learning Method - Learn English in English
Step 1: Meaning
What is the meaning of the word 'session'?
A.Fast-moving
B.Period of time for a particular activity
C.Hard-working
D.Delicious
Step 2: Usage
In which of the following scenarios would the word 'session' be used?
A.Attending a study group
B.Sleeping all day
C.Going for a walk in the park
D.Watching a movie
Step 3: Similar Words
Which word is similar to 'session'?
A.Lazy
B.Distracted
C.Excited
D.Meeting
Step 4: Opposite Words
What is the opposite of 'session'?
A.Friendly
B.Break
C.Strong
D.Tired
Step 5: Mastery
How would you use the word 'session' in a real-life context?
A.'The session was very quiet.'
B.'I have a study session scheduled for tomorrow.'
C.'Let's go out for a session.'
D.'The session ended too early.'
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