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Gottesdienst
German → American English
American English
worship
Religious service; church service; worship service.
Am Sonntag gehen wir gemeinsam zum Gottesdienst.Gottesdienst is the usual word for a church service or worship service. It is often used with verbs like stattfinden, besuchen, or feiern. In everyday English, 'worship' can be broader, but in German the word usually means the formal service itself, not the act of worship in general.
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Frequently asked questions
What does „Gottesdienst“ mean in English?
„Gottesdienst“ means “worship” or, more specifically, “church service.”
Is „Gottesdienst“ the same as „Messe“?
Not always. „Messe“ is often used for a Catholic Mass, while „Gottesdienst“ is the more general word for a church service.
How do you say „to attend a Gottesdienst“ in German?
You can say „einen Gottesdienst besuchen“.
Can „Gottesdienst“ mean worship in general?
In English, worship can be general, but in German „Gottesdienst“ usually refers to the actual religious service.