die Realschule, -n
secondary school
Eine Schulform in Deutschland, die nach der Grundschule besucht wird und auf praktische und theoretische Bildung vorbereitet. Sie endet meist nach der 10. Klasse.
The German word "Realschule" is a noun referring to a type of secondary school in the German education system.
- "Real" comes from Latin realis, meaning "real" or "practical".
- "Schule" means "school".
Realschule typically focuses on providing a more practical and intermediate education, often leading to vocational training or higher education.
Similar words:
- Hauptschule: A school focused more on basic and practical education.
- Gymnasium: A more academic school preparing for university.
- Gesamtschule: A comprehensive school combining several types.
Difference:
- Realschule is more practically oriented than Gymnasium but offers a broader education than Hauptschule. It bridges between vocational and academic paths.
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Examples
Er besucht eine Realschule in Berlin.noun
He attends a secondary school in Berlin.
Die Realschule hat einen neuen Computerraum erhalten.noun
The secondary school has received a new computer room.
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