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christlich

Christian

adjective KRIST-likh Less Common

Usage Note

christlich is the adjective ('Christian'), spelled lowercase, while the noun Christ ('a Christian') is capitalised. It shows up in major party names like the CDU, the Christlich Demokratische Union.

Examples

"Sie feiern ein christliches Fest."

Natural Translation

They celebrate a Christian festival.

Literal Translation

They celebrate a Christian festival.

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