Der Kurs
Example: Der Kurs vermittelt fortgeschrittene Kenntnisse in Wirtschaftsethik.
Definition
"Der Kurs" refers to a course or class designed to teach or convey knowledge on a particular subject, such as advanced topics in business ethics. It typically involves structured lessons, activities, and guidance from an instructor to facilitate learning.
Etymology
The word "der Kurs" originates from the Latin word 'cursus,' meaning 'a running' or 'a course.' It entered German through Old French and Middle High German, initially referring to a race or a path, before evolving to mean an organized series of lessons or educational sessions. Did you know that the term also influenced English words like 'course' and 'curriculum'?
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"Der Kurs" appears in the Vocaplus list "German - General - (C1) - set 1", containing 120 commonly used words.
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