the school of life



the school of life

The informal education one receives by learning from one's experiences, both good and bad, rather than a formal educational institution. My uncle might not have made it past grade school, but he's learned more from the school of life than most of our professors. A proper education is indeed important, but do not neglect the lessons you receive from the school of life.
See also: life, of, school

Common Names:

NameGenderPronouncedUsage
Loraine[lɔ'rein]
HipÓLitoee-PO-lee-to (Spanish)Spanish, Portuguese
Apps[æps]
NoÊMia-Portuguese
Coyle[kɔil]
Donatellado-nah-TEL-lahItalian