Abitur
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Abitur
Colloquial short form of 'das Abitur', the German university entrance qualification exam, taken after completing Gymnasium and qualifying students to study at a university.
Nach dem Abi will sie erst mal für ein Jahr ins Ausland gehen.
After her Abitur, she wants to go abroad for a year first.
'Abi' is the common and widely used short form of the word 'Abitur'. In spoken language and informal texts, 'Abi' is almost always used.
Mein Bruder hat letztes Jahr sein Abi gemacht.
My brother did his Abitur last year.
This word belongs to colloquial language. In formal situations, such as on a CV or in an official application, you should always write the full form 'Abitur'.
Er hat ein sehr gutes Abitur gemacht.
He got a very good Abitur.
The most common expressions connected with this school-leaving qualification are 'sein Abi machen' (to do one's Abitur), 'das Abi bestehen' (to pass the Abitur), or 'im Abi eine gute Note haben' (to have a good grade in the Abitur).
Sie lernt jeden Tag, weil sie ihr Abi unbedingt bestehen will.
She studies every day because she really wants to pass her Abitur.
Abitur
'das Abitur' and 'das Abi' mean the same school-leaving qualification. Both refer to the highest school-leaving qualification in Germany, which normally allows you to study at a university. The difference is mainly one of style. 'Abitur' is the full and more neutral form, for example in official texts or conversations with authorities. 'Abi' is the short, colloquial form and sounds more natural in everyday life. Learners may confuse the words because they are the same in meaning. You just need to pay attention to the situation: in official contexts, use 'Abitur' more often; in private contexts, often 'Abi'.
Nach dem Abi möchte Max ein Jahr reisen.
After his Abi, Max wants to travel for a year.
Für dieses Studium braucht man in der Regel das Abitur.
For this degree program, you generally need the Abitur.