Word Pronunciation & Dictionary

a-level

Word Rarity Common

Frequency: 5.40 in modern English

Syllables: a-lev-el
IPA

9

Scrabble Score

6

Letters

3

Syllables

4

Unique Chars

Meaning

noun

A non-compulsory examination taken in the final two years of secondary education in England and Wales as a requisite for university or other tertiary education; the qualification obtained by passing such an exam.

noun

Example Sentences

"I took my A-levels last year."
"Applicants must have at least one A level."
""The A* grade at A-level is the inevitable consequence of the intention to make A-levels harder. As such, it will provide additional recognition for additional achievement. Importantly, it leaves the existing grades A to E untouched, so that standards over time are preserved.""

Etymology

Abbreviation of advanced level.

Inflected Forms

A-levels (plural) A level (alternative)

Phrases

AS-level O level S level T Level

Frequently Paired Words

AS-level O level S level T Level

Questions

What does a-level mean?: A non-compulsory examination taken in the final two years of secondary education in England and Wales as a requisite for university or other tertiary education; the qualification obtained by passing such an exam.
Where does a-level come from?: Abbreviation of advanced level.

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