noun
die Schulung, -en
training
The German word "Schulung" is a noun meaning "training" or "instruction". It is derived from the verb "schulen", which means "to train" or "to educate".
- "Schule" (related root word) means "school".
- "Schulung" refers specifically to organized training sessions, usually for skills or professional development.
Similar words:
- Ausbildung — vocational training or education
- Fortbildung — further education or advanced training
- Unterweisung — instruction or briefing
Differences:
- Schulung is often short-term, focused training on specific skills.
- Ausbildung is broader vocational education, often longer-term.
- Fortbildung is continuing education, usually for professionals updating or expanding skills.
- Unterweisung tends to be more direct, sometimes on-the-job instruction or briefing.
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Examples
Die Schulung dauert zwei Tage.noun
The training lasts two days.
Morgen beginnt unsere Schulung im großen Saal.noun
Tomorrow our training begins in the large hall.
Nach der Schulung fühlten sich alle Teilnehmer gut vorbereitet.noun
After the training, all participants felt well prepared.
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