Translation of German word "Schüler" to English
derSchüler
/ˈʃyːlɐ/
Meaning
NounA person who studies or learns about a particular subject.
How to use
The masculine noun Schüler ('school student / pupil') declines regularly (plural is identical: die Schüler). Feminine counterpart is Schülerin (plural Schülerinnen). It refers to children attending primary or secondary school.
🇬🇧 English
student
Example
Sie studiert menschliche Interaktionen.
She studies human interactions.
Die Studenten waren unterwegs, um Spenden für die Lumpenwoche zu sammeln.
The students were out collecting donations for Rag Week.
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Common phrases
- fleißiger Schüler— diligent / hard-working pupil
- Schülerin— female pupil (related noun)
- Mitschüler— schoolmate / fellow student (related)
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What is the definition of the German word "der Schüler"?▼
The German word "der Schüler" is defined as: "A person who studies or learns about a particular subject."
What does the German word "der Schüler" mean?▼
The German word "der Schüler" means "student" in English.
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Yes, here is a practical example: "Ein Schüler lernt in der Schule." (which translates as "She studies human interactions.").
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