die Universität
Translation
university, college
Examples
Sie studiert an der Universität.
She studies at the university.
Die Universität hat eine große Bibliothek.
The university has a large library.
Grammar Patterns
to study at ((a university)) an+3 studieren She studies at the University of Heidelberg.
to go to ((university)) auf+4 gehen After his A-levels, he wants to go to university.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Hochschule, Akademie; Antonyms: N/A
Etymology
From Latin 'universitas' meaning 'a whole, corporation'. Related to the English word 'universal'.
Memory Tips
It looks and sounds very similar to the English 'university'. Think of a 'universe' of knowledge.