Slang – Cram.
Meaning – To study intensively over a short period of time. This expression is often used to describe a large amount of study just before a high school, college or university exam.
A school that helps students prepare for important exams (like entrance exams for university) might be known as a cram school. A similar expression to cram is hit the books.
Example:
- “I’m not ready for my final English test. I’m going to need to cram all night!”
What is slang?
Slang is very informal language. It’s usually spoken rather than written, and is often used by a particular group of people or in a particular place. Slang changes over time, and using it well is a great way to sound more natural when speaking English.
Frequently Asked Questions
To study intensively over a short period of time, usually right before an exam.
It can help in the short term, but spreading study out over time (rather than cramming all at once) is generally more effective for long-term learning.
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