Institute or institution

[Van Khanh]

Hi all,

If possible, please tell me again how to distinguish clearly the difference in meaning between " institute" and "institution" ?

Thanks.
Khanh

Many thanks for all. I'll return in 3 weeks.

[Bara]

Hi khan,
Here are your requests; for a quick glance at online dictionaries:

1) Institute(ORGANIZATION)
it means an organization whose purpose is to advance the study of a particular subject
example:
The National Institutes of Health fund medical research in many areas.

2)institution (ORGANIZATION)
it means an organization that exists to serve a public purpose such as education or support for people who need help .
Example:
a charitable/educational/scientific institution

An institution of higher learning is a college or university.

I wish you the best in your trip or absence.
Baraa

[Van Khanh]

Sorry,

I forgot that Mister Micawber had answered this question.

Thanks Mister Micawber

Very sorry.
Khanh

N.B: Bara, you can also see the answer of Mister Micawber in "Some grammar points".It's very useful.