promovieren
graduate · do a PhD · do a doctorate
The German word "promovieren" is a verb that means "to earn a doctorate" or "to graduate with a Ph.D.". It is derived from the Latin word "promovēre," which means "to advance" or "to promote". In German academic context, "promovieren" refers specifically to the process of obtaining a doctoral degree.
Similar words in German include:
- Doktorieren: This also means "to earn a doctorate".
- Absolvieren: Generally means "to graduate" or "to complete a degree," but can apply to various academic levels, not specifically a Ph.D.
Differences:
- Doktorieren and "Promovieren" are almost synonymous and both specifically refer to the attainment of a doctoral degree.
- Absolvieren, on the other hand, is a more general term that can refer to completing any level of education or training, not exclusively doctoral studies.
Thus, "promovieren" is solely used in the context of earning a Ph.D. or an equivalent doctoral degree, while "absolvieren" is more inclusive of other academic completions.
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Examples
Er will nächstes Jahr promovieren.verb
He wants to obtain his doctorate next year.
Er möchte in Chemie promovieren.verb
He wants to do a PhD in chemistry.
Er will dieses Jahr promovieren.verb
He wants to do a doctorate this year.
Nach dem Studium möchte ich promovieren.verb
After completing my degree, I would like to do a doctorate.
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