Abtei

abbey

noun ap-TY Rare

Origin: from Latin via Old French

Usage Note

Abtei is a monastery or convent headed by an Abt (abbot) or Äbtissin (abbess). German has many famous former Abteien — such as Kloster Maulbronn — that are now tourist sites. Distinguish from Kloster, which is the more general term for any monastery.

Examples

"Die mittelalterliche Abtei liegt auf einem Hügel oberhalb der Stadt."

Natural Translation

The medieval abbey stands on a hill above the town.

Literal Translation

The medieval abbey lies on a hill above-the town.

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