die Abbrecherquote
Translation
dropout rate, attrition rate
Examples
Die Abbrecherquote an der Universität ist hoch.
The dropout rate at the university is high.
Wir müssen die Abbrecherquote senken.
We have to lower the dropout rate.
Grammar Patterns
die Abbrecherquote + ((sein)) + adjective the dropout rate is... Die Abbrecherquote ist hoch.
((sth.)) + senken/erhöhen to lower/raise (sth.) Wir wollen die Abbrecherquote senken.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Studienabbrecherquote, Schulabbrecherquote; Antonym: Erfolgsquote (success rate)
Etymology
From 'Abbrecher' (one who breaks off) + 'Quote' (rate). Literally means 'break-off rate'.
Memory Tips
Think of someone 'breaking off' (abbrechen) their studies, and 'Quote' which sounds like 'quota' or 'rate'.