church

Kirche

Ein Gebäude, in dem Christen sich zum Beten und zur Verehrung Gottes treffen.

In einfachem Englisch: A building where Christians meet to pray and worship God.

• The church has a tall tower.
• They got married in a small church.
• Several old churches were damaged in the storm.

Synonyme: chapel, kirk

Häufige Wendungen: village church, church bells, old church

Gottesdienst

Eine christliche Versammlung, bei der Menschen beten, singen und religiöse Lehren hören.

In einfachem Englisch: A Christian meeting where people pray, sing, and listen to religious teaching.

• We go to church on Sundays.
• Church starts at ten this morning.
• Did you enjoy church today?

Synonyme: service, worship

Häufige Wendungen: go to church, after church, attend church, before church

Kirche, Kirchengemeinde

Eine organisierte Gemeinschaft von Christen an einem Ort oder in einem größeren Gebiet.

In einfachem Englisch: An organized group of Christians, either in one place or across a wider area.

• Our church helps local families.
• The church raised money for a new shelter.
• Several churches worked together to provide meals.

Synonyme: congregation, Christian community

Häufige Wendungen: local church, church leaders, church members

Kirche, Konfession

Ein Zweig des Christentums mit eigenen Glaubensvorstellungen, Traditionen und einer eigenen Organisation.

In einfachem Englisch: A branch of Christianity with its own beliefs, traditions, and organization.

• She belongs to the Orthodox Church.
• The two churches have different traditions.
• He studied the history of the Anglican Church.

Synonyme: denomination

Häufige Wendungen: Catholic church, Orthodox church, Anglican church

Amen, genau

Wird gesagt, um einer gerade gemachten Aussage nachdrücklich zuzustimmen.

In einfachem Englisch: Used to show that you strongly agree with what someone has just said.

• “We deserve better.” “Church!”
• “That was the best meal ever.” “Church, man!”
• “Friends should look out for each other.” “Church, brother!”

Synonyme: amen, exactly, absolutely

Häufige Wendungen: church, brother, church, man