noun
die Hauptschule, -n
secondary modern school
Eine Schulform in Deutschland, die nach der Grundschule besucht wird und auf praktische Berufe vorbereitet.
The German word "Hauptschule" is a compound noun made of two parts:
- Haupt: meaning "main" or "principal"
- Schule: meaning "school"
Hauptschule refers to a type of secondary school in the German education system, focusing on basic general education and practical skills, typically attended from grades 5 to 9 or 10.
Similar words:
- Realschule: offers intermediate education, somewhat more academically oriented than Hauptschule
- Gymnasium: provides an academic education preparing for university
Difference:
- Hauptschule is more vocationally-oriented for students aiming at apprenticeships or practical careers.
- Realschule offers a higher level of education with some theoretical subjects.
- Gymnasium provides the most academic path aimed at higher education.
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Examples
Mein Bruder besucht die Hauptschule.noun
My brother attends the secondary modern school.
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