A2Vocabulary
Gymnasium
(academic) high school (preparatory for university)
In German
Gymnasium
ɡʏmˈnaːzi̯ʊm
Don't Get Confused!
Looks like
gymnasium, gym
In English means: "a hall or building for gymnastics or other indoor sports"
Actually means
Gymnasium
(academic) high school (preparatory for university)
Memory TipA German 'Gymnasium' is for brains, not brawn! It's a high school, not a 'gym'.
Example Sentences
Example Sentences- 1
Mein Bruder geht aufs Gymnasium.
My brother goes to high school.
- 2
Nach dem Gymnasium studiert sie Medizin.
After high school, she will study medicine.
FAQ
How do you say "(academic) high school (preparatory for university)" in German?
"(academic) high school (preparatory for university)" in German is "Gymnasium" (ɡʏmˈnaːzi̯ʊm). Example: Mein Bruder geht aufs Gymnasium..
