Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

juku

Noun

/ˈdʒuːkuː/

Definition

A type of private tutoring school in Japan, where students receive supplemental education in various subjects, often to prepare for entrance examinations.

Examples

Many students attend juku to prepare for high school entrance exams.
After a long day of classes, she heads to juku for extra math lessons.
Juku has become a common part of education in Japan for academic success.

Meaning

In the Japanese education system, ‘juku’ refers to after-school institutions aimed at helping students improve their knowledge and skills outside the standard curriculum, primarily for academic advancement.