Abschlussklasse

graduating class, final year class

noun AHP-shlus-klas-se Rare

Usage Note

Abschlussklasse refers to the cohort of students in their final year before graduation. It is commonly used in secondary schools: Die Abschlussklasse bereitete sich auf das Abitur vor.

Examples

"Die Abschlussklasse organisierte einen gemeinsamen Abschlussausflug."

Natural Translation

The graduating class organised a joint farewell trip.

Literal Translation

The graduating-class organised a shared closing-outing.

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