benoten
Translation
to grade, to mark, to assess
Examples
Der Lehrer benotet die Prüfung.
The teacher grades the exam.
Er wurde mit 'sehr gut' benotet.
He was graded with 'very good'.
Grammar Patterns
((sth.)) ((with sth.)) to grade (sth.) (with sth.) The teacher grades the exam with a 'B'.
Similar Words
Synonyms: bewerten (to evaluate), zensieren (to grade)
Etymology
From the prefix 'be-' (to apply something to) and 'Note' (grade). Literally, 'to apply a grade'.
Memory Tips
Think of 'be-noting' someone's work, as in putting a note or grade on it.