Amen
/ˈaːmən/
The English word 'amen' is translated into German as Amen.
Amen is used as an expression of strong agreement.
Meaning: expression of strong agreement (intj)
How does it change in a sentence?
When used as a noun in liturgical contexts, Amen is capitalized.
How do you pronounce it?
/ˈaːmən/
Did you know?
- In some German dialectal contexts, an ironic Amen can be used to signal that a conversation is finished and no further arguments will be tolerated.
- The use of Amen in German secular speech often mimics the cadence of a preacher to add a layer of mock-solemnity to a statement.
- In German grammar, because Amen can be nominalized, it can take a definite or indefinite article, unlike the English 'amen'.
Examples in context
- Im Namen Jesu Christi. Amen.In the name of Jesus Christ, Amen.This sentence shows how to use Amen at the end of a religious invocation.Tatoeba #9135601 by Pfirsichbaeumchen, translation #8185371 by Hybrid
- Das Mädchen war schwanger, bevor der Priester Amen sagen konnte.The girl was pregnant before the priest could say Amen.This sentence provides a narrative context for the use of the word Amen.Tatoeba #3368179 by freddy1, translation #3368305 by Hybrid
- Amen.Amen.This sentence demonstrates the word Amen used on its own.Tatoeba #13458138 by Vortarulo, translation #10056884 by espamatics
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Example conversation
Julian and Sarah are discussing the need for a long vacation.
- JulianWir brauchen dringend einen Urlaub am Meer.We urgently need a vacation by the sea.
- SarahAmen! Ich kann es kaum noch aushalten.Amen! I can hardly stand it anymore.
- JulianDann buchen wir heute Abend das Hotel.Then we will book the hotel tonight.
- SarahDas ist ein hervorragender Plan.That is an excellent plan.
Sources
- Pronunciation from the Wiktionary entry amen.
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
