In German

Universität

Meaning: university

Formal or informal? “Die Universität” is the university. For a college of applied sciences, Germans say “die Fachhochschule”.

Example sentences

  • IchstudiereanderUniversität.

    I study at the university.

  • DieUniversitätistsehrgroß.

    The university is very big.

  • MeineSchwesterarbeitetaneinerUniversität.

    My sister works at a university.

Grammar note

“Die Universität” is feminine. The plural is “die Universitäten”, with an umlaut on the “a” and an -en ending.

Common mistake

Don't confuse “Universität” (university) with “Universum” (universe). Both are words for big things, but they are different.

Quick check

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Frequently asked questions

What is the German for a university of applied sciences?

“Die Fachhochschule”.

What is the plural of “Universität”?

“Universitäten”.