die FOS
Translation
technical secondary school, vocational college
Examples
Sie macht ihr Fachabitur an der FOS.
She is doing her subject-specific university entrance qualification at the FOS.
Nach der FOS kann man studieren.
After the FOS, you can go on to study.
Grammar Patterns
die FOS the technical secondary school The FOS prepares you for university studies. Die FOS bereitet auf ein Studium vor.
auf die FOS gehen to go to the technical secondary school He wants to go to the FOS. Er möchte auf die FOS gehen.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Gymnasium, Realschule (other types of secondary schools)
Etymology
Abbreviation for 'Fach' (specialised subject) + 'ober' (upper) + 'Schule' (school).
Memory Tips
Remember F.O.S. as 'Focus On Speciality' school, leading to higher technical education.