vocational
gb/voʊkˈeɪʃənəl/ us/voʊkˈeɪʃənəl/
B2
英语
~ 7400
义项
0 个义项
adjective
B2
property
1
relating to job skills training
Describes education or training that teaches you the skills you need for a particular job.
用法模式：
vocational [noun]
常见错误：
Learners sometimes confuse "vocational" with "vacation" because they look similar. "Vocational" is about jobs and work skills, while "vacation" is time off from work or school. Another common mistake is using "vocational" to describe any kind of school or course; it should only be used when the focus is on preparing for a specific job, not on general academic study.
近义词
job-focused (More informal and descriptive; often used in general speech rather than in official education contexts.)
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career-oriented (Emphasizes long-term career development, not only immediate practical skills.)
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technical (Overlaps when training is in technical fields, but can also refer more broadly to complex or specialized knowledge.)
反义词
academic (Describes education that is more theoretical and not directly focused on preparing for a specific job.)
搭配
vocational training
|vocational education
|vocational school
|vocational college
|vocational qualifications
|vocational course
主题
education
|work
|careers
|core_vocabulary
例句
- The government is investing more in vocational training to reduce youth unemployment.
- He decided to follow a vocational route and enrolled in a two-year plumbing program.
- Vocational education can be a good option for students who prefer practical skills over academic subjects.
- After high school, she attended a vocational college to become a dental hygienist.
- The new policy aims to strengthen links between vocational courses and local industries.
学习者例句
- She is taking a vocational course to learn hairdressing.
- My brother goes to a vocational school to study car repair.
- Vocational training helps people get skills for real jobs.
- Some students choose vocational education instead of university.
- This vocational program teaches you how to work as a chef.
adjective
formal
C1
property
2
relating to a sense of calling
Describes work that someone feels deeply called to do, often as their life’s purpose, especially in religion or helping jobs.
用法模式：
vocational [noun]
常见错误：
Learners sometimes think "vocational" always means "job training" and miss this more abstract sense about a deep personal calling. In this sense, "vocational" is often used in religious or idealistic contexts and may sound strange if used for ordinary office jobs without emotional or moral meaning.
近义词
calling (Often used as a noun; stresses the inner sense of purpose rather than the practical aspect of work or training.)
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mission-driven (Highlights being guided by a strong purpose or mission, not limited to religious contexts.)
反义词
just a job (Colloquial phrase showing lack of deeper personal calling or purpose in the work.)
搭配
vocational calling
|vocational ministry
|vocational commitment
|vocational journey
|vocational identity
|vocational discernment
主题
work
|religion
|values
|core_vocabulary
例句
- For many nurses, their work is deeply vocational rather than simply a way to earn money.
- The seminary offers retreats for young people who are exploring vocational questions about religious life.
- She spoke about teaching as a vocational choice rooted in her desire to serve the community.
学习者例句
- He feels that social work is a vocational path for him.
- Some people see caring for the sick as vocational work.
- The church helps young people who have vocational questions.
- She thinks her job as a teacher is vocational, not only for pay.
语法
词典原形
vocational
IPA
GB/voʊkˈeɪʃənəl/
US/voʊkˈeɪʃənəl/
音节与重音
vo - ca - tion - al （4 个音节）
Stress on 2nd syllable (ca)
词形变化
Adjective
- Base: vocational
词族
Core family
vocation
noun C1
Related words
vocationally
adverb
Negative and opposite forms
non-vocational
adjective
Advanced or less common
avocation
noun
相关表达
vocational college
1/voʊkˈeɪʃənəl kˈɑlɪd͡ʒ/
fixed phrase
college offering job-focused programs
A college that offers practical, job-focused courses, often shorter and more hands-on than university degrees.
例句
- She enrolled at a vocational college to study hospitality management.
- The vocational college runs evening classes for working adults.
- Many vocational colleges partner with employers to offer internships.
vocational course
1/voʊkˈeɪʃənəl kˈɔɹs/
fixed phrase
job-focused training course
A class or program that teaches you skills for a specific job.
例句
- The school offers vocational courses in childcare and catering.
- He signed up for a vocational course in graphic design.
- Short vocational courses can help workers change careers quickly.
vocational education
1/voʊkˈeɪʃənəl ˌɛd͡ʒəkˈeɪʃən/
fixed phrase
education for practical job skills
A part of the education system that focuses on practical skills for specific jobs instead of general academic subjects.
例句
- The report calls for stronger links between vocational education and industry.
- Vocational education is becoming more popular as students look for direct routes into work.
- She chose vocational education rather than a traditional academic high school.
vocational guidance
1/voʊkˈeɪʃənəl ɡˈaɪdəns/
fixed phrase
formal
advice on choosing a career
Professional help or advice that guides a person in choosing a job or career.
例句
- High schools should provide better vocational guidance to their students.
- She went to a counselor for vocational guidance before changing careers.
- The organization offers free vocational guidance for young people.
vocational school
1/voʊkˈeɪʃənəl skˈul/
fixed phrase
school for job-specific training
A school where students learn skills for particular jobs, such as cooking, car repair, or beauty care.
例句
- After ninth grade he transferred to a vocational school to study carpentry.
- The city’s vocational school works closely with local businesses.
- She is proud that her son graduated from a vocational school as a trained mechanic.
vocational training
1/voʊkˈeɪʃənəl tɹˈeɪnɪŋ/
fixed phrase
training in specific job skills
Training that teaches you the practical skills you need to do a particular job.
例句
- Many countries offer free vocational training for unemployed adults.
- He completed vocational training in electrical installation before starting work.
- The centre provides vocational training to help migrants find work.