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discipline

/ˈdɪsəplɪn/
dis · ci · pline ˈdɪs · ə · plɪn
English Definition
n. self-control; v. train
中文释义
纪律,训练
Significado en Español
disciplina, entrenar
한국어 뜻
규율, 훈련하다
Nghĩa Tiếng Việt
kỷ luật, rèn luyện
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How to use “discipline” in a sentence

Discipline is important in school.

学校重视纪律。

Learning to play chess takes patience and discipline.

学下国际象棋需要耐心和自律。

The coach disciplined players who were late to practice.

教练处罚了训练迟到的队员。

Biology is her favorite scientific discipline.

生物是她最喜欢的科学学科。

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Practice — Synonym (ISEE Verbal)

Choose the best synonym for the word “discipline” as used in the sentence: The school places a strong emphasis on discipline to ensure a respectful and orderly environment.

  1. A order
  2. B punishment
  3. C freedom
  4. D chaos
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A — order. “discipline” means n. self-control; v. train

Practice — Sentence Completion (ISEE Verbal)

Becoming a great athlete requires hours of practice and strong ______.

  1. A laziness
  2. B discipline
  3. C chaos
  4. D weakness
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B — discipline. “discipline” means n. self-control; v. train

Common questions about “discipline”

What does “discipline” mean?

discipline — n. self-control; v. train. In Chinese: 纪律,训练.

How do you pronounce “discipline”?

discipline is pronounced /ˈdɪsəplɪn/. It breaks into 3 syllables: dis · ci · pline.

How do you use “discipline” in a sentence?

“discipline” means self-control; v. train. Examples: (1) Discipline is important in school. (2) Learning to play chess takes patience and discipline. (3) The coach disciplined players who were late to practice. (4) Biology is her favorite scientific discipline.

What are synonyms for “discipline”?

control, order — all close in meaning to discipline (n. self-control; v. train).

Is “discipline” an ISEE Lower-level word?

Yes. discipline appears on the iSEE Vocab Lower list, which covers 600+ words for the ISEE and SSAT.

How can I remember “discipline”?

disciplin(subject)+e(name)

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