English Expression · Intermediate
day school
A school attended during the day, as opposed to a boarding school
Pronunciation: say day school
Meaning
A school that students attend during the day, returning home in the evening, as opposed to a boarding school where they live on campus.
Example
My children attend a local day school and come home every afternoon.
My children attend a local day school and come home every afternoon.
Practice tips
- Practice day school out loud — read the pronunciation guide above and repeat.
- Use it in your own sentence today; reuse beats rereading.
- Pay attention to context: this English expression is for intermediate-level learners.