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“grace” in German

German

Pronunciation

IPA/ˈgnaːdə/

Example

Er dankte der Gnade Gottes.

He gave thanks for God's grace.

Illustration for Gnade (grace)

How to say “grace” in German

“Grace” in German is Gnade.

A powerful giver chooses not to punish and instead grants an unearned favor, pardon, or kindness.

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

Example sentences with Gnade

Der Angeklagte bat den Richter um Gnade.

The defendant asked the judge for mercy.

Tips for using Gnade

  • Gnade is feminine, and danken takes the dative, so Er dankte der Gnade Gottes contains the dative form der Gnade.

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