Abschluß, Abschlüsse
completion · graduation
Es ist das Ende von etwas, zum Beispiel einer Schule oder einer Ausbildung.
The German word "Abschluss" (modern spelling; formerly "Abschluß") is a noun meaning "conclusion," "completion," or "finalization."
- It is composed of:
- "Ab" (prefix, meaning "off" or "away")
- "Schluss" which means "end" or "closing"
Similar words:
- Beendigung (ending, termination)
- Fertigstellung (completion)
- Vervollständigung (completion)
- Erledigung (completion, fulfillment)
Difference:
- "Abschluss" often emphasizes the formal or official completion of something (e.g., a contract, a course of study).
- "Beendigung" and "Fertigstellung" can mean finishing something but might lack the formal or legal connotation that "Abschluss" carries.
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Examples
Das Examen ist der Abschluss des Studiums.other
The exam is the completion of the studies.
Sie feiert heute ihren Abschluss.other
She is celebrating her graduation today.
Sie feiern den Abschluss des Projekts.other
They are celebrating the completion of the project.
Nach dem erfolgreichen Abschluß gibt es eine kleine Feier.other
After the successful completion, there is a small celebration.
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