der Abschluss

Plural: die Abschlüsse
Based on: ab, abschließen
Goethe B1 Noun #487 Noun
  1. the conclusion
  2. the degree, the graduation, the qualification
  3. the closing, the finalization
1.

the conclusion

(Not too common in that sense. Has a vibe of rounding off. Think of a awesome sunset dinner as a conclusion of a weekend vacation.)
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2.

the degree, the graduation, the qualification

("Abschluss" is a generic term for some sort of degree you get at university or through an apprenticeship. The idea is that you successfully "conclude" that education program. NOT for a certificate in German. )
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Examples
  • Sie ist die Erste in ihrer Familie, die einen Universitätsabschluss gemacht hat.
  • She is the first in her family to earn a university degree.
3.

the closing, the finalization

(Of a deal or negotiations. Can also refer to the deal itself.)
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How many meanings does the German word 'Abschluss' have?

Abschluss has 3 distinct meanings: 1. the conclusion, 2. the degree, the graduation, the qualification, 3. the closing, the finalization.

What is the gender of 'Abschluss'?

der

What is the plural of 'Abschluss'?

die Abschlüsse

What is 'Abschluss' related to?

The word 'Abschluss' is related to ab and abschließen.

Where can I learn more about 'Abschluss'?

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