học viên
[hawk͡p̚˧˨ʔ viən˧˧]
In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.
Meaning · English
(noun) a student who does not go to an accredited institution, but enrolls in a less formal, often non-academic, program or course, such as an English class, a yoga class, a self-defence class, an art class, a computer class, etc.
Noun
Where it’s used:
Used
Toàn quốc & hải ngoại · Vietnam-wide & diaspora
Sources & notes
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Common questions
What does “học viên” mean?
(noun) a student who does not go to an accredited institution, but enrolls in a less formal, often non-academic, program or course, such as an English class, a yoga class, a self-defence class, an art class, a computer class, etc.
Is “học viên” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.