English–German

“pastor” in German

Pronunciation

IPA/ˈpastoːɐ̯/

Example

Der Pastor predigt jeden Sonntag.

The pastor preaches every Sunday.

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How to say “pastor” in German

“Pastor” in German is Pastor.

A church leader connects Sunday preaching with personal care and the practical life of a congregation.

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

Example sentences with Pastor

Der Pastor besucht regelmäßig die Gemeindekinder.

The pastor regularly visits the children of the congregation.

Tips for using Pastor

  • Pastor often names a minister in free churches, while Pfarrer is common for a parish minister in many established Protestant churches; usage varies by denomination.

Other German words for “pastor”

Der Pfarrer besucht die kranken Gemeindemitglieder.

The pastor visits sick members of the congregation.

Die Pfarrerin predigt am Sonntag.

The pastor preaches on Sunday.

Der Seelsorger tröstet die Trauernden.

The pastor comforts the mourners.

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