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Eng

Eng

6.9
Used before a noun to show something is about the English language
  • adjective
  • Jargon
translation icon : inglés
  • He enrolled in an Eng literature class this semester.

Examples

  • The Eng department is organizing a poetry competition next month.

  • I need to improve my Eng skills for the exam.

  • Her favorite subject at school was always Eng because she loved reading novels.

  • She is taking an Eng literature class this semester.

  • He enrolled in an Eng literature class to explore classic novels and poetry.

  • The Eng department at the university offers a variety of courses in English literature.

  • To prepare for her exam, she practiced her Eng writing skills every evening.

Synonyms

English
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492 1.0

Relating to the English language or how people use it

is an abbreviation used before nouns to name the language or subject area

Surface Forms

Eng positive

Etymology

Eng is a short form of English, made from the first three letters of the word and often used on course lists and timetables. So when you see Eng before a noun it means the subject or class is 'English'.