der Schulabschluss
Translation
high school diploma, graduation, school leaving certificate
Examples
Er hat einen guten Schulabschluss.
He has a good high school diploma.
Nach dem Schulabschluss möchte sie studieren.
After graduating from school, she wants to go to college.
Mit diesem Schulabschluss kann man eine Ausbildung beginnen.
With this high school diploma, you can start an apprenticeship.
Grammar Patterns
to get/have a high school diploma He got a good high school diploma.
Similar Words
Zeugnis (report card/certificate), Diplom (diploma), Abitur (German university entrance qualification)
Etymology
A compound of 'Schule' (school) and 'Abschluss' (completion, graduation).
Memory Tips
Literally the 'school conclusion'. Imagine closing the book on your school years.