語学学校(ごがくがっこう)

A compound of 語学(ごがく) (language study) and 学校(がっこう) (school). Refers to institutions specializing in foreign language instruction, as distinct from general academic schools.

Common collocations

• 語学学校(ごがくがっこう)に通(かよ)う — to attend a language school
• 語学学校(ごがくがっこう)に入学(にゅうがく)する — to enroll in a language school
• 語学学校(ごがくがっこう)の授業(じゅぎょう) — language school classes
• 海外(かいがい)の語学学校(ごがくがっこう) — a language school abroad

Related words

• 英会話(えいかいわ)スクール — English conversation school (a common type in Japan)
• 日本語学校(にほんごがっこう) — Japanese language school (for non-native speakers)
• 語学(ごがく)留学(りゅうがく) — language study abroad
• 塾(じゅく) — cram school (broader term for private supplementary education)

Cultural note

In Japan, 英会話(えいかいわ)スクール (English conversation schools) are a major industry. Many adults attend after work to improve language skills. For foreigners living in Japan, 日本語学校(にほんごがっこう) provide structured Japanese instruction, often as preparation for university entrance or employment.