emeritiert
emeritus (retired professor)
Word details
- German meaning
- Emeritiert bedeutet, dass ein Professor oder eine Professorin im Ruhestand ist, aber den Titel weiterhin führen darf.
- English meaning
- Emeritus means that a professor is retired but is allowed to keep their title.
- Synonym
- pensioniert
- German example
- Der emeritierte Professor hielt noch gelegentlich Vorlesungen.
- English example
- The emeritus professor still gave occasional lectures.
Example sentences with “emeritiert”
Der emeritierte Professor hält immer noch Vorträge. (The professor emeritus still gives lectures.)
Frequently asked questions
Is 'emeritiert' only for professors?
Yes, it is exclusively used for university professors who have retired but retain their title.