Translation of German word "Schule" to English
dieSchule
/ʃuːlə/
Meaning
NounAn institution dedicated to teaching and learning; an educational institution.
How to use
The feminine noun Schule ('school') declines regularly (plural Schulen). To express 'at school', use in der Schule. To express 'going to school', use zur Schule gehen or in die Schule gehen.
🇬🇧 English
school
Example
Ich gehe in die Schule.
I'm going to school.
Meine Schwester geht zur Schule, um ihre Ausbildung zu machen.
My sister goes to school to get her education.
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Common phrases
- in der Schule— at school (dative location)
- zur Schule gehen— to go to school / attend school
- Grundschule— elementary / primary school (related)
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What is the definition of the German word "die Schule"?▼
The German word "die Schule" is defined as: "An institution dedicated to teaching and learning; an educational institution."
What does the German word "die Schule" mean?▼
The German word "die Schule" means "school" in English.
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Yes, here is a practical example: "Die Schule ist sehr wichtig." (which translates as "I'm going to school.").
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