der Leistungspunkt
Translation
credit points, credits, ECTS points
Examples
Für dieses Modul erhält man 5 Leistungspunkte.
You get 5 credit points for this module.
Wie viele Leistungspunkte brauchst du noch?
How many more credit points do you need?
Grammar Patterns
to get/receive/collect ((credit points)) ((for sth.)) You get 6 credit points for this course.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Kreditpunkte, ECTS-Punkte
Etymology
Composed of 'Leistung' (performance, achievement) and 'Punkte' (points). Literally means 'achievement points'.
Memory Tips
Imagine collecting 'points' for the 'performance' you show in your university courses. It's the German equivalent of 'credits'.