Bildung

education

noun BIL-doong Rare

Origin: from bilden (to form, educate)

Also means

formation

Usage Note

Bildung is a rich German concept meaning not just schooling but the broad cultivation of mind and character. It also means 'formation' in a literal sense (Wolkenbildung — cloud formation). The adjective gebildet means 'well-educated, cultured'.

Examples

"Bildung öffnet viele Türen im Leben."

Natural Translation

Education opens many doors in life.

Literal Translation

Education opens many doors in-the life.

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