die Vorabgangsklassen
Translation
pre-leaving classes, penultimate grades, pre-graduation classes
Examples
Die Schüler der Vorabgangsklassen bereiten sich auf die Prüfungen vor.
The students of the pre-leaving classes are preparing for the exams.
Grammar Patterns
to be in ((the pre-leaving classes)) The students are now in the pre-leaving classes.
Similar Words
Abschlussklassen (graduating classes), letzte Klassen (final classes)
Etymology
From 'Vor-' (before) + 'Abgang' (leaving/departure) + 'Klassen' (classes). Literally 'classes before leaving'.
Memory Tips
Think of it as the 'pre-departure' classes before the final 'departure' (Abgang) from school.