German word

Modul

Pronunciation

IPA/moˈduːl/

Meaning

  • neuter nounmodule

Example

Ich habe zwei Module belegt.

I enrolled in two modules.

Illustration for Modul (module)

More examples

Dieses Wahlmodul ist bei Studierenden sehr beliebt.

This elective module is very popular with students.

Core concept

A self-contained building block that fits into a larger course or technical system.

Common phrases

  • ein Modul wählen

    choose a module

  • Wahlmodul

    elective module

  • Modul im Curriculum

    module in the curriculum

Similar words

Kurs: A course taught over a set period with a defined subject or curriculum.
Lehrveranstaltung: A university class, such as a lecture, seminar, or practical session.
Einheit: A distinct section of learning or teaching material.
Teil: One component that forms part of a larger whole.

Definition in German

Ein Modul bezeichnet eine definierte Einheit innerhalb eines Lehrplans oder eines technischen Systems, die eigenständig geprüft oder eingesetzt werden kann.

Word origin

German Modul is a learned borrowing from Latin modulus, a diminutive of modus meaning "measure," and it later became an international term for a standardized unit.

Usage tips

  • The noun is neuter, das Modul, and its plural is Module, so the example uses zwei Module rather than an English-style plural ending.

Other meanings

  • componentnoun

Opposites

  • Gesamtkurscomplete coursenoun

Related words

  • Modulprüfungmodule examnoun
  • Modulbeschreibungmodule descriptionnoun

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