Segnungen
The English phrase "blessings" is translated in German as Segnungen.
The term refers to divine favors or protections bestowed by God upon a person.
Which one should you use?
While Segnungen is the plural form, you may encounter other variations depending on the context. For example, Gottes Segen specifically means "God's blessing," and the adjective gesegnet is used to describe someone as "blessed."
How does it change in a sentence?
The word is a noun with several forms. The singular form is Segen, the genitive singular form is des Segens and the accusative singular form is den Segen.
Did you know?
- In some traditional German rural customs, animals are given a Segen during specific feast days to protect the livestock from disease.
- The expression den Segen bekommen is frequently used to mean getting official permission or approval from a boss or authority figure.
- In German-speaking regions, a person might say Meinen Segen dazu! as a slightly ironic or cheeky way to say 'You have my blessing/approval' regarding a decision.
Examples in context
- Ich wünsche Ihnen alles Gute zum Geburtstag!I wish you all the best for your birthday!
- Möge Gottes Segen für Sie immer da sein.May God's blessing always be with you.
- Viel Erfolg bei deinem Vorstellungsgespräch!Good luck with your job interview!
- Gute Gesundheit und viel Glück für deine neue Lebensphase!Good health and good luck for your new phase of life!
- Gottes Segnungen sind unendlich.God's blessings are infinite.
- Wir bitten um Gottes Segnungen.We ask for God's blessings.
- Die Segnungen des Herrn sind unendlich.The blessings of the Lord are infinite.
- Sie suchten nach geistlichen Segnungen.They sought spiritual blessings.
Example conversation
Julian and Julia are talking about their faith in the living room.
- JulianIch bin dankbar für all diese Segnungen.I am grateful for all these blessings.
- JuliaIch bin es auch, Julian.I am too, Julian.
- JulianGlaubst du, dass wir mehr Segnungen bekommen?Do you believe that we will receive more blessings?
- JuliaJa, Julia glaubt fest daran.Yes, Julia firmly believes in that.
