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lecture
German → American English
American English
lecture
A spoken teaching session or presentation, especially at a university.
Die Vorlesung beginnt um acht Uhr.In German, lecture is usually translated as Vorlesung for a university class and Vortrag for a public talk. Lecture is not a normal German noun spelling here.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the German word for lecture?
The most common German word is Vorlesung for a university lecture. For a talk or presentation, Vortrag is often better.
Is lecture used in German?
Not as the standard German word. German usually uses Vorlesung or Vortrag instead.
What is the difference between Vorlesung and Vortrag?
Vorlesung usually means a university class, while Vortrag means a spoken presentation or talk.