der Abiturjahrgang
Translation
graduating class, year of graduation, leavers' year group
Examples
Mein Abiturjahrgang trifft sich jedes Jahr.
My graduating class meets every year.
Sie war die Beste in ihrem Abiturjahrgang.
She was the best in her graduating class.
Grammar Patterns
der Abiturjahrgang ((+Genitive)) the graduating class of... The graduating class of 2023 is celebrating its graduation.
Similar Words
Abschlussklasse (graduating class), Promotion (graduating cohort)
Etymology
A compound of 'Abitur' (German high school leaving certificate) and 'Jahrgang' (year group).
Memory Tips
Think of the 'year gang' (Jahr + Gang) that takes the 'Abitur' exam together.