die Abiturienten
Translation
high school graduates, graduating seniors
Examples
Die Abiturienten feiern ihren Abschluss.
The high school graduates are celebrating their graduation.
Viele Abiturienten beginnen danach ein Studium.
Many graduates begin their university studies afterwards.
Grammar Patterns
Abiturienten (pl.) high school graduates The high school graduates receive their diplomas.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Absolventen (graduates), Schulabgänger (school leavers)
Etymology
Derived from 'Abitur' with the agent suffix '-ent', indicating a person who does something. This is the plural form.
Memory Tips
Remember that 'Abiturienten' are the 'ents' (entities/people) who have passed the 'Abitur'.