Korean Dictionary
How to say “Academic Year” in Korean
학년도
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Usage & Context
The Korean academic year (학년도) runs from March to February, divided into the first semester (1학기: March-June) and second semester (2학기: September-December). This schedule differs from many Western countries and aligns with Japan's academic calendar. New school and university years beginning in March signal new beginnings and fresh starts for Korean students.
Example Sentence
새 학년도가 3월에 시작돼요.
The new academic year starts in March.
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