German word

Religion

Pronunciation

IPA/ʁeliˈgi̯oːn/

Meaning

  • feminine nounreligion

Example

In unserer Stadt gibt es viele Religionen.

There are many religions in our city.

Illustration for Religion (religion)

More examples

In der Schule muss man auf die Religion anderer Schüler Rücksicht nehmen.

At school, you must show consideration for the religion of other students.

Core concept

A community joined by shared beliefs, rituals, and rules for living.

Common phrases

  • Rücksicht auf die Religion nehmen

    take religion into consideration

  • die Religion respektieren

    respect religion

Similar words

Glaube: Personal belief in religious teachings or a higher power.
Konfession: A religious denomination defined by shared teachings and practices.
Gottesdienst: A religious gathering or ceremony for worship and prayer.
Tradition: A religious or cultural practice passed down through generations.

Definition in German

Religion ist ein System von Glaubensvorstellungen, Ritualen und ethischen Regeln, das Menschen in einer Gemeinschaft verbindet.

Word origin

German Religion comes through Latin religio, meaning religious devotion or duty, and later developed its modern sense of an organized faith.

Usage tips

  • Religion is feminine: die Religion, with the plural die Religionen.

Opposites

  • Atheismusatheismnoun

Related words

  • religionslosnonreligiousadjective
  • Religionskritikcriticism of religionnoun

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