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Physik

physics (the scientific discipline)

In German

Physik

fee-ZEEK

Don't Get Confused!

Looks like

physic

In English means: "a medicine, especially a purgative (archaic)"

Actually means

Physik

physics (the scientific discipline)

Memory TipGerman 'Physik' is the science of 'physics'. English 'physic' is an old word for medicine. Don't go to the 'Physik' department for a 'physic' potion!

Example Sentences

1
Sie studiert theoretische Physik an der Universität.
She studies theoretical physics at the university.
2
Die Physik erklärt die fundamentalen Gesetze des Universums.
Physics explains the fundamental laws of the universe.

FAQ

How do you say "physics (the scientific discipline)" in German?

"physics (the scientific discipline)" in German is "Physik" (fee-ZEEK). Example: Sie studiert theoretische Physik an der Universität..

(academic) high school (preparatory for university)

Gymnasium

ɡʏmˈnaːzi̯ʊm

lecturer (at a university, not necessarily a professor)

Dozent

do-TSENT

Boss, Head (of a department/company)

Chef

shef