promovieren
Translation
to do a doctorate, to get a PhD
Examples
Sie promoviert in Biologie an der Universität.
She is doing her doctorate in biology at the university.
Er hat über ein sehr spezielles Thema promoviert.
He got his PhD on a very specific topic.
Grammar Patterns
to do a doctorate She is doing her doctorate in physics.
((über+4)) to do a doctorate on (sth.) He is doing his doctorate on German history.
Similar Words
Synonyms: eine Doktorarbeit schreiben (to write a doctoral thesis)
Etymology
From Latin 'promovēre' (to move forward, advance). The academic sense refers to advancing to a higher degree.
Memory Tips
Think of being 'promoted' to the rank of Doctor. It's an academic promotion.