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Semesterende

end of the semester

noun ze-MES-ter-en-duh Rare
Time Time Expressions

Also means

end of term

Usage Note

Semesterende is when exams and final coursework are due. The period around Semesterende is known for high stress among students (Prüfungsphase). It pairs naturally with Semesterbeginn to frame the academic calendar.

Examples

"Gegen Semesterende stapeln sich die Prüfungsarbeiten."

Natural Translation

Towards the end of the semester exam papers pile up.

Literal Translation

Towards semester-end pile-up the exam-papers.

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