1.
schoolwork, studies, academics
Academic work or studies, especially as a student's main responsibility. A somewhat formal term that treats education as a serious pursuit or duty.
学業に専念する。
To devote oneself to one's studies.
アルバイトと学業の両立は大変だ。
Balancing a part-time job and schoolwork is tough.
学業成績が優秀な学生に奨学金が与えられる。
Scholarships are awarded to students with excellent academic records.
USAGE:
A somewhat formal term for academic pursuits. Used when treating studies as a responsibility or achievement, rather than the casual act of studying. Common in school communications, scholarship descriptions, and discussions about work-study balance.
COMMON COLLOCATIONS:
- 学業に専念する: to devote oneself to studies
- 学業成績: academic record/grades
- 学業との両立: balancing with academics
- 学業を優先する: to prioritize studies
SIMILAR WORDS:
勉強 is the everyday word for studying. 学業 is more formal and refers to academics as an overall pursuit or responsibility, not a specific study session.