noun
das Gelübde, –
vow
Ein feierliches Versprechen, das man oft aus religiösen oder persönlichen Gründen gibt.
The German word "Gelübde" is a noun meaning "vow" or "pledge".
- It derives from the verb "lübden" (an old form related to "geloben"), meaning "to vow" or "to promise".
- The suffix "-e" makes it a noun.
Similar words:
- "Versprechen" (promise)
- "Schwur" (swear oath)
- "Eid" (oath)
Difference:
- "Gelübde" typically implies a solemn, often religious or formal vow made publicly or with significant intent.
- "Versprechen" is more general, used for everyday promises.
- "Schwur" and "Eid" are stronger, formal oaths usually with legal or ritualistic binding.
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Examples
Das Gelübde wurde von den Mönchen feierlich abgelegt.noun
The vow was solemnly taken by the monks.
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