die Grundschule
Translation
primary school, elementary school
Examples
Meine Tochter geht in die Grundschule.
My daughter goes to primary school.
Diese Grundschule hat einen guten Ruf.
This primary school has a good reputation.
Grammar Patterns
to go ((to primary school)) My son now goes to primary school.
to teach ((at a primary school)) My aunt teaches at a primary school.
Similar Words
Primarschule (primary school), Volksschule (historical term)
Etymology
From 'Grund' (ground, basic) + 'Schule' (school). It's the 'basic school' or foundation of education.
Memory Tips
Think of it as the 'ground' school, where the groundwork for all future learning is laid.