der Schulabschluss
Translation
school graduation, school leaving certificate, diploma
Examples
Er hat einen guten Schulabschluss gemacht.
He got a good school leaving certificate.
Nach dem Schulabschluss möchte sie studieren.
After graduating from school, she wants to go to university.
Grammar Patterns
to get a school leaving certificate He got a good school leaving certificate.
after school graduation After graduating from school, she wants to go to university.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Abitur (German university entrance qualification), Zeugnis (certificate)
Etymology
A compound word from 'Schule' (school) and 'Abschluss' (conclusion, completion).
Memory Tips
Think of 'Schule' (school) and 'ab-schluss' (off-shut) - shutting the door on school for the last time.