der Fachbereich
Translation
department, field of study, specialty
Examples
Er arbeitet im Fachbereich Informatik.
He works in the computer science department.
Welcher Fachbereich interessiert dich am meisten?
Which field of study interests you the most?
Grammar Patterns
in the ... department in the ... department He works in the physics department.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Abteilung, Sektion, Sparte; Antonyms: Allgemeinheit (generality)
Etymology
From 'Fach' (specialty) + 'Bereich' (area). It literally translates to 'specialty area'.
Memory Tips
Picture a specific 'department' in a university or a specialized 'division' in a company.