report card — meaning, examples & etymology [English]

report card (/rɪˈpɔːt kɑːd/)

noun  ·  Intermediate  ·  Daily Life

🔊 /rɪˈpɔːt kɑːd/

Meaning

Meaning: school grade summary

A written summary of a pupil’s progress and grades, sent to parents.

Examples

🗣 His report card praised his improved effort in science but warned about his frequent lateness.

Etymology

‘Report’ from Latin ‘reportare’ (to carry back) plus ‘card’ from Greek ‘chartes’.

How & Where It’s Used

A regular school document showing grades and teacher comments.

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