der Mitschüler
Translation
classmate's, schoolmate's
Examples
Das ist das Buch meines Mitschülers.
This is my classmate's book.
Grammar Patterns
((sb.'s)) classmate someone's classmate This is my classmate's book.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Klassenkamerad, Kommilitone (university); Antonyms: Lehrer (teacher)
Etymology
Composed of 'mit-' (with) and 'Schüler' (pupil). Literally means 'with-pupil'.
Memory Tips
Think of someone you are 'with' (mit) at 'school' (Schule) - a fellow pupil (Schüler).