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studio

|stu-di-o|

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🇺🇸

/ˈstuːdioʊ/

🇬🇧

/ˈstjuːdiəʊ/

creative workspace

Etymology
Etymology Information

'studio' originates from Italian, specifically the word 'studio,' where 'studium' meant 'study' or 'zeal.'

Historical Evolution

'studio' changed from the Italian word 'studio' and eventually became the modern English word 'studio.'

Meaning Changes

Initially, it meant 'a place of study or work,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'a place for artistic or professional work.'

Meanings by Part of Speech

Noun 1

a room or place where an artist, photographer, sculptor, etc., works.

The artist spent hours in her studio working on her latest painting.

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Noun 2

a place where musical or sound recordings are made.

The band recorded their new album in a famous studio in Los Angeles.

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Noun 3

a room or set of rooms used for broadcasting radio or television programs.

The news anchor was live from the studio.

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Noun 4

a small apartment consisting typically of a single main room.

She rented a studio apartment in the city center.

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Last updated: 2025/01/15 19:21