das Modul
Translation
module, unit, component
Examples
Dieses Modul ist Teil des Studiums.
This module is part of the course of study.
Das Raumschiff besteht aus mehreren Modulen.
The spaceship consists of several modules.
Grammar Patterns
to take/complete ((a module)) He still has to take two modules.
Similar Words
Einheit (unit), Baustein (building block), Komponente (component)
Etymology
From Latin 'modulus' (a small measure). It's a direct cognate of the English word 'module'.
Memory Tips
Think of a university 'module' or a 'module' of a space station. The word is almost identical in English.