die Hochschule, -n
university
Eine Bildungseinrichtung, an der Menschen nach der Schule studieren und einen akademischen Abschluss machen können.
The German word "Hochschule" translates to "university" or "higher education institution" in English. It is made up of the components "hoch" meaning "high" or "tall" and "Schule" meaning "school". The term typically refers to institutions that provide advanced education beyond secondary school level, including universities, polytechnic institutions, and colleges.
Similar terms in German include "Universität" (university), "Fachhochschule" (University of Applied Sciences), and "Akademie" (academy).
The key difference lies in distinctions of type and focus:
- Universität often refers specifically to universities focusing on a wide range of subjects and continuous research.
- Fachhochschule refers more to applied sciences with an emphasis on practical skills.
- Akademie can denote specialized institutions that may not confer degrees like a university.
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An der Hochschule studieren Menschen aus verschiedenen Ländern.noun
At the university, people from different countries study.
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