Genese
feminine
The English word 'genesis' can be translated into German as Genese or Genesis.
Meaning: the origin, start, or point at which something comes into being (noun)
Ways to say it
| German | Note |
|---|---|
| Genese | feminine |
| Genesis | feminine |
In German, the term refers to the origin, start or the point at which something comes into being.
Which one should you use?
The two forms are used in different contexts. Genesis is the standard term used specifically for the first book of the Bible. In contrast, Genese is used to describe the origin, development or process of coming into being.
Related words
How does it change in a sentence?
Both Genese and Genesis are feminine nouns.
Did you know?
- When referring to the book of Genesis in a church setting, Germans often use the term 1. Mose meaning 'First Moses'.
- The word Genese is a loanword from French genèse, which is why it feels more formal and intellectual than the native German word Anfang.
- In philosophical texts, German uses Werden to describe the state of 'becoming' or 'coming into being', which functions as the conceptual essence of a 'genesis'.
Examples in context
- Genesis ist das erste Buch der Bibel.Genesis is the first book of the Bible.This sentence is useful for identifying the first book of the Bible using Genesis.Tatoeba #12684076 by Yorwba, translation #12519959 by menaud
- Die Übertragung endete damit, dass die Besatzung abwechselnd aus dem Buch Genesis vorlas.They ended the broadcast with the crew taking turns reading from the book of Genesis.This sentence shows how to refer to reading from the book of Genesis.Tatoeba #8702838 by Pfirsichbaeumchen, translation #8702758 by Hybrid
- Das Fahrgestell des „Genesis“ des deutschen Ingenieurunternehmens EDAG wird in einem Stück aus Thermoplastik gedruckt.The chassis of the ‘Genesis’ by German engineering firm EDAG is printed in one piece out of thermoplastic.This sentence uses Genesis as a specific name or title for a component.Tatoeba #12684081 by Yorwba, translation #11148898 by Cangarejo
- Die Schöpfung ist eines der grundlegenden Themen im Buch Genesis.The Creation is one of the fundamental topics in the book of Genesis.
- Hast du schon die Schöpfungsgeschichte gelesen? Sie ist sehr interessant!Have you read the Creation story yet? It's very interesting!
Example conversation
Two students are discussing a research project about a historical event.
- LauraKannst du mir bei der Genese dieses Konflikts helfen?Can you help me with the genesis of this conflict?
- JulianJa, ich habe einige Quellen dazu gefunden.Yes, I have found some sources on it.
- LauraDie Genese ist für meine Arbeit sehr wichtig.The origin is very important for my paper.
- JulianDann schauen wir uns die Unterlagen gemeinsam an.Then let's look at the documents together.
Sources
- Wiktionary, “genesis” translations and entries Genesis, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
