schoolchildren Definition
children who attend school, typically those between the ages of 5 and 18.
Using schoolchildren: Examples
Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "schoolchildren" can be used in various situations through the following examples!
Example
The schoolchildren were excited to go on a field trip.
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The teacher gave the schoolchildren a lot of homework.
Example
The schoolchildren were dismissed early due to the snowstorm.
schoolchildren Synonyms and Antonyms
Synonyms for schoolchildren
- pupils
- students
- learners
Phrases with schoolchildren
children who attend elementary school, typically those between the ages of 5 and 11
Example
The elementary schoolchildren were learning how to read and write.
children who attend high school, typically those between the ages of 14 and 18
Example
The high schoolchildren were preparing for their final exams.
children who attend middle school, typically those between the ages of 11 and 14
Example
The middle schoolchildren were studying science and math.
Summary: schoolchildren in Brief
'Schoolchildren' [skool-chil-druhn] refers to children who attend school, usually between the ages of 5 and 18. It is a formal term that can be used interchangeably with 'students' or 'pupils.' Examples include 'The schoolchildren were excited to go on a field trip,' and 'The teacher gave the schoolchildren a lot of homework.'
