der Fachbereich
Translation
department, field of study, specialist area
Examples
Er arbeitet im Fachbereich Informatik.
He works in the computer science department.
Welcher Fachbereich interessiert dich am meisten?
Which field of study interests you the most?
Grammar Patterns
in the ... department in the ... department She works in the history department.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Abteilung, Sektion, Sparte; Antonyms: Allgemeinheit (generality)
Etymology
Composed of 'Fach' (specialty, subject) and 'Bereich' (area, field). Literally means 'specialty area'.
Memory Tips
Think of a university 'department' or a company's 'specialist division'.