Pronunciation: /ˈhɪs.tər.i/
noun the study of past events, particularly in human affairs
A1 History is the study of past events.
A2 In my country, we learn about our history in school.
B1 Understanding the history of a region can help explain its culture.
B2 The history of ancient civilizations is fascinating to me.
C1 Historians often debate the accuracy of historical accounts.
C2 Studying history allows us to learn from the mistakes of the past.
adjective relating to the past, especially the study of past events
A1 She bought a history book to learn about ancient civilizations.
A2 The history teacher showed the students a timeline of important events.
B1 The history lesson focused on World War II and its impact on society.
B2 The museum displayed a collection of history artifacts from different time periods.
C1 His knowledge of history was extensive, covering a wide range of topics.
C2 The historian's analysis provided a fresh perspective on the country's history.
formal Studying history allows us to understand the events and decisions that have shaped the world we live in today.
informal History class is actually pretty interesting once you get into it.
slang I aced my history test, no sweat!
figurative The history of our friendship goes way back to our childhood days.
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