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“semester” in German

German

Pronunciation

IPA/zeˈmɛstɐ/

Example

Im nächsten Semester habe ich viele Prüfungen.

I have a lot of exams next semester.

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How to say “semester” in German

“Semester” in German is Semester.

A roughly six-month block in the academic calendar, containing teaching, coursework, and exams.

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

Example sentences with Semester

Während des Semesters arbeite ich an mehreren Projekten.

During the semester, I work on several projects.

Tips for using Semester

  • Semester is neuter, so the definite form is das Semester and the plural remains die Semester.

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