English–German

“funeral service” in German

German

Pronunciation

IPA/ˈtʁaʊ̯ɐˌfaɪ̯ɐ/

Example

Wir gehen zur Trauerfeier.

We are going to the funeral service.

Illustration for Trauerfeier (funeral service)

How to say “funeral service” in German

“Funeral service” in German is Trauerfeier.

A community pauses together to honor a dead person through words, music, and shared remembrance.

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

Example sentences with Trauerfeier

Wegen starken Regens konnten viele nicht an der Trauerfeier teilnehmen.

Because of heavy rain, many people could not attend the funeral service.

Tips for using Trauerfeier

  • Trauerfeier names the ceremony, whereas Beerdigung or Bestattung names the burial or broader funeral arrangements.

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