Kunsthochschule

art college; college of fine arts

noun KUNST-hokh-shoo-luh Rare

Usage Note

Kunsthochschule is an institution of higher education focused on visual arts, design, and related disciplines. Admission typically requires a portfolio (Mappe). Feminine noun; well-known examples include the Kunsthochschule Kassel.

Examples

"Sie bestand die Aufnahmeprüfung an der Kunsthochschule auf Anhieb."

Natural Translation

She passed the entrance examination at the art college on the first try.

Literal Translation

She passed the entrance-examination at the art-college at the first attempt.

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