literature
Translation
literature, writings, publications, printed matter
Examples
I'm studying English literature at university.
I'm studying English literature at university.
The company provides literature on its new products.
The company provides literature on its new products.
Grammar Patterns
((uncountable noun)) literature (written artistic works) I'm studying English literature at university.
((uncountable noun)) literature ((on sth.)) (printed material about a subject) The company provides literature on its new products.
Similar Words
Synonyms: writings, publications, text
Etymology
From Latin 'litteratura' (learning, a writing), which comes from 'littera' (letter).
Memory Tips
It's all the written works made of 'letters'.