die Grundschule
Translation
primary school, elementary school
Examples
Meine Tochter geht in die Grundschule.
My daughter goes to primary school.
Die Grundschule dauert in Deutschland vier Jahre.
In Germany, primary school lasts for four years.
Grammar Patterns
((to go to)) ... to go to primary school My child goes to primary school.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Volksschule (older term)
Etymology
From 'Grund' (ground, foundation) + 'Schule' (school). It's the foundational school.
Memory Tips
Think of it as the 'ground' level of education, the first step.