die Vorlesung, -en
lecture
The German word "Vorlesung" is a noun that means "lecture". It is composed of the prefix "vor" meaning "before" or "in front" and the noun "Lesung", which means "reading". Therefore, "Vorlesung" literally translates to something akin to "a reading in front". Similar words in German include "Lehrveranstaltung" (teaching event/course), "Seminar" (seminar), and "Vortrag" (presentation).
The differences between these words are as follows:
- A "Lehrveranstaltung" is broader and can refer to any type of teaching activity at a university, including courses, lectures, and practical sessions.
- A "Seminar" typically denotes smaller, more interactive and discussion-based sessions, often involving more participation and fewer students than a lecture.
- A "Vortrag" refers to a presentation or talk, usually of shorter duration, and may occur outside academic contexts as well.
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Examples
Die Vorlesung beginnt um 10 Uhr.noun
The lecture begins at 10 o'clock.
Morgen startet die Vorlesung im großen Saal.noun
Tomorrow the lecture starts in the large hall.
Heute findet die Vorlesung im kleinen Hörsaal statt.noun
Today the lecture takes place in the small lecture hall.
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