Translation of German word "Gemeinschaft" to English
dieGemeinschaft
/ɡəˈmaɪnʃaft/
Meaning
NounA group sharing common characteristics, such as the same language, law, religion, or tradition.
How to use
The feminine noun Gemeinschaft ('community / fellowship / association') is derived from gemeinsam (common/joint) and declines regularly (plural Gemeinschaften).
🇬🇧 English
community
Example
Die Gemeinschaft ist zufrieden.
Community is satisfied.
Die Gemeinschaft bestellt ein Buch.
Community orders a book.
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Common phrases
- Europäische Gemeinschaft— European Community (historical)
- Gemeinschaftsgefühl— sense of community / togetherness (related)
- in der Gemeinschaft— in the community / group
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The German word "die Gemeinschaft" is defined as: "A group sharing common characteristics, such as the same language, law, religion, or tradition."
What does the German word "die Gemeinschaft" mean?▼
The German word "die Gemeinschaft" means "community" in English.
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Yes, here is a practical example: "Die Gemeinschaft ist zufrieden." (which translates as "Community is satisfied.").
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