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Ehrerbietung
German → American English
American English
Reverence
Tiefe, ehrfürchtige und meist formelle Achtung vor einer Person, einer Autorität oder etwas Heiligem.
Sie behandelte den alten Lehrer mit großer Ehrerbietung.Ehrerbietung is quite formal and often sounds literary or ceremonial. In everyday speech, Respekt is usually more natural.
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Frequently asked questions
What does "Ehrerbietung" mean in English?
"Ehrerbietung" means "reverence" or deep respect in English.
Is "Ehrerbietung" the same as "Respekt"?
They are close, but "Ehrerbietung" is stronger and more formal than everyday "Respekt".
How do you use "Ehrerbietung" in a sentence?
You can say: "Sie zeigte ihm große Ehrerbietung." — "She showed him great reverence."
Is "Ehrerbietung" common in spoken German?
No, it is rather formal, literary, or ceremonial, so it is less common in everyday conversation.