das Abitur
Translation
A-levels, school-leaving examination, university entrance qualification
Examples
Er hat sein Abitur mit Bestnote bestanden.
He passed his A-levels with top marks.
Nach dem Abitur möchte sie studieren.
After her A-levels, she wants to go to university.
Grammar Patterns
to do/take/pass the Abitur (A-levels) She passed her Abitur with very good grades.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Reifeprüfung, Hochschulreife; Compare: A-levels (UK), Baccalauréat (FR)
Etymology
From Latin 'abire' (to go away), referring to leaving school.
Memory Tips
Think of it as the 'ability tour' – a final tour of your knowledge to prove your ability for university.