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“academic” in German

German

Pronunciation

IPA/akaˈdeːmɪʃ/

Example

Das ist ein akademisches Buch.

This is an academic book.

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How to say “academic” in German

“Academic” in German is akademisch.

A campus library table covered with theories, papers, and arguments rather than practical instructions.

Full entry for akademisch: usage tips, similar words and word origin

Example sentences with akademisch

Der Artikel ist sehr akademisch und richtet sich an Fachkollegen.

The article is very academic and is aimed at specialist colleagues.

Tips for using akademisch

  • Before a neuter noun after ein, akademisch takes the ending -es, as in ein akademisches Buch.

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