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school attendance
Regular presence and participation in lessons at a school.
In Deutschland ist der Schulbesuch für alle Kinder ab sechs Jahren verpflichtend.
In Germany, school attendance is mandatory for all children from the age of six.
The word is a simple compound of 'die Schule' (school) and 'der Besuch' (visit/attendance). So it literally describes the act of attending a school.
Ein regelmäßiger Schulbesuch ist wichtig für den Lernerfolg.
Regular school attendance is important for learning success.
'Schulbesuch' (school attendance) is a rather formal and official term. You often find it in laws, school regulations, or official letters.
Die Eltern wurden über die Konsequenzen bei Verweigerung des Schulbesuchs informiert.
The parents were informed about the consequences of refusing school attendance.
Common adjectives used with this word are 'regelmäßig' (regular), 'verpflichtend' (mandatory), or 'obligatorisch' (compulsory). Typical verbs are 'verweigern' (to refuse) or 'gewährleisten' (to ensure).
Der Staat muss den Schulbesuch für alle Kinder gewährleisten.
The state must ensure school attendance for all children.
participation
'die Teilnahme' and 'der Schulbesuch' both have to do with being present and taking part. 'Teilnahme' is general and can refer to many events, courses, or activities. 'Schulbesuch' is much more specific: it means that someone regularly goes to school and takes part in lessons. That is why you cannot simply use 'Schulbesuch' for a single course, seminar, or celebration. When it is about school as a regular obligation or life situation, 'Schulbesuch' is more precise.
Der regelmäßige Schulbesuch ist für Kinder in Deutschland wichtig.
Regular school attendance is important for children in Germany.
Wegen der Krankheit musste Paul seine Teilnahme am Sportkurs absagen.
Because of the illness, Paul had to cancel his participation in the sports course.