die Alumni
Translation
alumni, graduates, former students
Examples
Die Alumni treffen sich einmal im Jahr.
The alumni meet once a year.
Das Netzwerk der Alumni ist sehr stark.
The alumni network is very strong.
Grammar Patterns
((die Alumni)) is used as a plural noun. The alumni donate to the university.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Absolventen (graduates), Ehemalige (former members)
Etymology
From Latin 'alumnus' (foster son, pupil), which comes from 'alere' (to nourish).
Memory Tips
It sounds like 'a-loom-nigh', as in the graduates' success looms nigh (is near) for the university.