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“cult” in German

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Pronunciation

IPA/kʊlt/

Example

Viele Kulte sind sehr geschlossen.

Many cults are highly insular.

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How to say “cult” in German

“Cult” in German is Kult.

A person, doctrine, or practice becomes the shared focus of an intensely loyal group, whose devotion may take ritual form.

Full entry for Kult: usage tips, similar words and word origin

Example sentences with Kult

Die Mitglieder der Kultgemeinschaft hielten sich strikt an die Regeln.

The members of the cult community strictly adhered to the rules.

Tips for using Kult

  • The phrase "Kult um" introduces the person or thing surrounded by such intense public devotion.

Other German words for “cult”

Viele Menschen gehören einer Sekte an.

Many people are members of a cult.

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