Translation of German word "Kirche" to English
dieKirche
/ˈkɪʁçə/
Meaning
NounA Christian house of worship; a building where Christian religious services take place.
How to use
The feminine noun Kirche ('church') declines regularly (plural Kirchen). To say 'at church' (location), use in der Kirche.
🇬🇧 English
church
Example
Die Kirche ist sehr schön.
The church is very beautiful.
Ich gehe regelmäßig in die Kirche.
I regularly go to church.
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Common phrases
- in der Kirche— in the church / at church (dative location)
- in die Kirche gehen— to go to church (accusative direction)
- Kirchenmitglied— church member (related compound)
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What is the definition of the German word "die Kirche"?▼
The German word "die Kirche" is defined as: "A Christian house of worship; a building where Christian religious services take place."
What does the German word "die Kirche" mean?▼
The German word "die Kirche" means "church" in English.
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Yes, here is a practical example: "Die Kirche ist ein wichtiger Teil der Gemeinde." (which translates as "The church is very beautiful.").
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