课程

课程 means 'curriculum' or 'course (of study)' in English. It refers to a structured program of learning, often used in educational settings such as schools, universities, or training programs.

The character 课 (kè) originally meant 'lesson' or 'class,' while 程 (chéng) means 'process' or 'progress.' Together, they convey the idea of a systematic sequence of lessons or studies.

课程 is commonly used in academic contexts, such as describing the subjects students take in a semester or year. In China, it's essential for students and educators to understand and plan their course schedules carefully.