Bachillerato refers to a level of secondary education that typically precedes higher education. In various Latin American countries and Spain, it signifies the completion of certain academic requirements necessary to access university studies. It can also refer to the qualifications obtained after completing such an education program.
The term is used frequently in educational contexts in Spanish-speaking countries. It is common in both oral and written forms, especially in discussions about education, qualifications, and career pathways.
Sergio acabó el bachillerato el año pasado y ahora está buscando universidades.
Sergio completed his high school diploma last year and is now looking for universities.
El bachillerato es esencial para conseguir un buen empleo en el futuro.
The baccalaureate is essential to get a good job in the future.
Ella está muy feliz porque logró entrar a la universidad después de finalizar el bachillerato.
She is very happy because she managed to enter university after finishing her bachelor’s degree.
Bachillerato does not appear particularly in established idiomatic expressions. However, it is often used in discussions and phrases related to education and academic attainment. Here are a few expressions that mention "bachillerato":
"Hacer el bachillerato" implica responsabilidades y trabajo arduo.
"Completing the baccalaureate" implies responsibilities and hard work.
"Estudiar para el bachillerato" requiere dedicación y esfuerzo.
"Studying for the high school diploma" requires dedication and effort.
"Lograr el bachillerato" es un gran paso hacia una carrera profesional.
"Achieving the baccalaureate" is a significant step towards a professional career.
"Terminar el bachillerato" le permitió a José iniciar su viaje universitario.
"Finishing the bachelor’s degree" allowed José to begin his university journey.
The word bachillerato originates from the term bachiller, which comes from the Latin baccalāris, meaning "a young man" or "a bachelor." The term has historically referred to a person who has received a basic level of education suitable for the pursuit of further academic qualifications.
Synonyms: - educación secundaria (secondary education) - formación media (medium education) - estudios preuniversitarios (pre-university studies)
Antonyms: - primaria (primary/elementary education) - posgrado (postgraduate)