Translation of German word "Gesellschaft" to English
dieGesellschaft
/ɡəˈzɛltʃaft/
Meaning
NounA long-standing group of people sharing cultural aspects such as language, dress, norms of behavior and artistic forms.
How to use
The feminine noun Gesellschaft ('society / company / party / LLC') declines regularly (plural Gesellschaften). It has three meanings: human society (die moderne Gesellschaft), a business company/partnership (GmbH — company with limited liability), or a social gathering/party.
🇬🇧 English
society
Example
Die Gesellschaft ist zufrieden.
Society is satisfied.
Die Gesellschaft bestellt ein Buch.
Society orders a book.
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Common phrases
- GmbH— Gesellschaft mit beschränkter Haftung (LLC, related)
- moderne Gesellschaft— modern society
- Gesellschaft leisten— to keep company (requires dative for person: 'leistet mir Gesellschaft')
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The German word "die Gesellschaft" is defined as: "A long-standing group of people sharing cultural aspects such as language, dress, norms of behavior and artistic forms."
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The German word "die Gesellschaft" means "society" in English.
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Yes, here is a practical example: "Die Gesellschaft ist die Gesamtheit der Menschen." (which translates as "Society is satisfied.").
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