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Each pupil brought a notebook to class.
What does Pupil mean?
a pupil is a student or part of the eye.
Dictionary definition
A student, or the dark round opening in the center of the eye.
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Pupil in a sentence
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The science diagram labeled the pupil of the eye.
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WordPupil.
Partnoun.
MeaningPupil means a pupil is a student or part of the eye.
ExampleExample: Each pupil brought a notebook to class.
Word breakdown
2 syllables. Say each part, then blend the word.
- Syllables
- pyoo · pul
- Strongest beat
- pyoo
- Ending
- pul
- Tip
- Put a little extra energy on pyoo.
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Synonyms
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Opposite words
teacherA person who helps students learn.
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Word family
Pupil word family
Base word
pupil
noun
pupils
More than one pupil.
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Hint for students
a pupil is a student or part of the eye.
Common mix-up
Pupil is not the same as teacher. Pupil means a pupil is a student or part of the eye.
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Read this model sentence: The science diagram labeled the pupil of the eye. Clue words: eye, science, diagram. Underline clue words that show why pupil fits instead of teacher. Now write one new sentence that shows pupil without using the word pupil. Ask: Does my sentence clearly show pupil?
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