Predigen Translations, meanings and synonyms

"Predigen" is used as verb with the meaning of "preach", "sermonize" or "lecture".

Essential properties of "predigen"

Its most important properties are:

Properties

  • Infinitive: predigen
  • Simple past: predigte
  • Participle: gepredigt

See full conjugation of predigen

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Note: These properties are not absolute. A transitive verb can be used intransitively and vice versa depending on context, and many verbs can be used reflexively even though they are not primarily reflexive.

Meanings of "predigen" + more translations, synonyms and antonyms

It has the meanings and uses detailed below:

1.) "Deliver a religious or moral sermon"

📝 Some usage examples:
  1. Der Pfarrer predigt jeden Sonntag in der Kirche.The pastor preaches every Sunday in church.
  2. Sie predigt oft über die Wichtigkeit der Ehrlichkeit.She often preaches about the importance of honesty.
  3. Er predigt gegen die Ungerechtigkeit in der Gesellschaft.He preaches against injustice in society.

2.) "To speak insistently about a moral or ethical topic"

📝 Some usage examples:
  1. Er predigt ständig über gesunde Ernährung.He constantly preaches about healthy eating.
  2. Sie predigt ihren Kindern, wie wichtig Bildung ist.She preaches to her children about the importance of education.
  3. Er predigt immer über Umweltschutz.He always preaches about environmental protection.
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