das Universitätsklinikum
Translation
university hospital, university clinic, teaching hospital
Examples
Er wird im Universitätsklinikum behandelt.
He is being treated at the university hospital.
Das Universitätsklinikum forscht an neuen Heilmethoden.
The university hospital is researching new treatment methods.
Grammar Patterns
to be/work in the university hospital Er arbeitet im Universitätsklinikum.
to go/be taken to the university hospital Der Patient wurde ins Universitätsklinikum gebracht.
Similar Words
Krankenhaus, Spital, Klinik
Etymology
Composed of 'Universität' (university) + 's' (linking element) + 'Klinikum' (clinic/hospital). Literally a 'university's clinic'.
Memory Tips
Think of it as a 'university clinic'. It's a long word, but breaking it down makes it simple to understand.