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“prayer meeting” in German

German

Pronunciation

IPA/ˈandaxt/

Example

Nach dem Abendessen ist eine kurze Andacht geplant.

A short prayer meeting is planned after dinner.

Illustration for Andacht (prayer meeting)

How to say “prayer meeting” in German

“Prayer meeting” in German is Andacht.

A short devotional moment links still prayer with focused inner attention, whether shared by a group or observed alone.

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

Example sentences with Andacht

Vor der Andacht herrschte andächtige Stille.

Before the prayer meeting, a reverent silence prevailed.

Tips for using Andacht

  • In German, Andacht usually has a religious sense, while Meditation more broadly covers focused mental practice without requiring worship.

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