Geistliche Translations, meanings and synonyms

"Geistliche" is mainly used as adjective meaning "religious", "ecclesiastical" or "clerical". It is also used as noun.

Essential properties of "Geistliche"

Its most important properties are:

It has the meanings and uses detailed below:

"Geistliche", when used with this meaning, acts as adjective.

Definition: "Related to religion or the church, especially in Christian contexts."
Translation(s): religious, ecclesiastical, clerical
Synonym(s): religiös, kirchlich
Antonym(s): weltlich, profan
Related word(s): Priester, Kirche, Glaube

📝 Some usage examples:

Der geistliche Rat beriet über die Zukunft der Gemeinde.The ecclesiastical council advised on the future of the community.
Sie trug ein geistliches Gewand während der Zeremonie.She wore a religious garment during the ceremony.
Das geistliche Lied wurde während der Messe gesungen.The religious song was sung during the mass.

"Geistliche", when used with this meaning, acts as noun.

Definition: "A person dedicated to religious functions, such as a priest or pastor."
Translation(s): cleric, clergyman, minister, pastor, priest
Synonym(s): Priester, Pfarrer
Antonym(s): Laie
Related word(s): Kirche, Gottesdienst, Bibel

📝 Some usage examples:

Der Geistliche hielt eine bewegende Predigt.The clergyman delivered a moving sermon.
Viele Geistliche engagieren sich in der Gemeinde.Many clerics are involved in the community.
Ein Geistlicher ist oft ein Ratgeber in schwierigen Zeiten.A clergyman is often a counselor in difficult times.