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noun

das Ostern, –

Easter

The German word "Ostern" is a noun meaning "Easter", the Christian holiday celebrating the resurrection of Jesus Christ.

  • It is a standalone word and not composed of other smaller words.
  • Related words:
    • "Weihnachten" (Christmas)
    • "Pfingsten" (Pentecost)
    • "Karfreitag" (Good Friday)

Difference:
While these words all refer to Christian holidays, "Ostern" specifically marks the resurrection and is associated with traditions like Easter eggs and the Easter bunny, whereas the others mark different events in the Christian calendar.

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Examples

Wir feiern jedes Jahr Ostern.noun

We celebrate Easter every year.

Ostern ist im Frühling.noun

Easter is in spring.

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