die Mittelstufe
Translation
middle school, intermediate level
Examples
Mein Sohn ist jetzt in der Mittelstufe.
My son is in middle school now.
Dieser Kurs ist für die Mittelstufe geeignet.
This course is suitable for the intermediate level.
Grammar Patterns
to be in the Mittelstufe (to be in middle school / at an intermediate level) My son is in the Mittelstufe.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Sekundarstufe I (secondary level I)
Etymology
Composed of 'Mittel' (middle) and 'Stufe' (level, stage). Literally means 'middle stage'.
Memory Tips
Think of the 'middle step' on a staircase of education to remember both the school context and the intermediate level meaning.