Nomen

die Masterarbeit

Translation

master's thesis, master's dissertation

Ich schreibe gerade meine Masterarbeit.

I am currently writing my master's thesis.

Das Thema der Masterarbeit ist sehr komplex.

The topic of the master's thesis is very complex.

to write ((sth.)) to write (sth.) She is writing her master's thesis.

to submit ((sth.)) to submit (sth.) He has to submit his master's thesis tomorrow.

Synonyms: Dissertation, Abschlussarbeit

Composed of 'Master' (from English, referring to a Master's degree) and 'Arbeit' (work). Literally 'master's work'.

Think of it as the final piece of 'work' (Arbeit) you do to earn your 'Master's' degree.