die Klasse
Translation
class, grade, category, type
Examples
Meine Tochter ist in der zweiten Klasse.
My daughter is in the second grade.
Das ist ein Hotel der ersten Klasse.
That is a first-class hotel.
Die ganze Klasse macht einen Ausflug.
The whole class is going on a trip.
Grammar Patterns
to be in ((a class)) in einer Klasse sein He is in class 5b.
to be in ((a class of its own)) eine Klasse für sich sein This wine is in a class of its own.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Stufe, Jahrgang, Kategorie, Art
Etymology
From Latin 'classis' (a division, a fleet). It's a direct cognate of the English word 'class'.
Memory Tips
It sounds almost identical to the English word 'class', making it very easy to remember.