absolvieren
Translation
to complete, to finish, to graduate from, to pass
Examples
Er absolviert ein Masterstudium.
He is doing a master's degree.
Sie hat die Prüfung erfolgreich absolviert.
She has successfully passed the exam.
Grammar Patterns
((sth.)) to complete, graduate from (sth.) She completed her training as a nurse.
Similar Words
Synonyms: abschließen (to conclude), beenden (to finish), bestehen (to pass)
Etymology
From Latin 'absolvere', meaning 'to set free, complete'. 'ab-' (away) + 'solvere' (to loosen). Think of being 'loosened' or 'freed' from a course of study.
Memory Tips
Imagine a student solving the final exam to 'absolve' themselves of their duties and graduate.