NOUN
dieAskese/asˈkeːzə/asceticism; austerity; self-denial
Askese is a German noun that means asceticism, austerity, or self-denial. It is pronounced /asˈkeːzə/. As a noun it takes the article "die".
Definitions
1.strict, self-disciplined lifestyle with renunciation of pleasures(lifestyle/religion)
a.practice of severe self-control, often for spiritual reasons
Viele Religionen schätzen Askese als Weg zu innerer Klarheit.—Many religions value asceticism as a path to inner clarity.
2.deliberate abstention from material or sensual pleasures(general)
a.voluntary renunciation to achieve a goal
Durch Askese versuchte er, seine Konzentration zu steigern.—Through self-denial he tried to improve his focus.
Declension
Genderfeminine
| Singular | Plural | |
|---|---|---|
| Nominative | die Askese | — |
| Genitive | der Askese | — |
| Dative | der Askese | — |
| Accusative | die Askese | — |
Frequently asked questions
- What does "Askese" mean in English?
- "Askese" means asceticism, austerity, or self-denial. It is a German noun.
- How do you pronounce "Askese"?
- "Askese" is pronounced /asˈkeːzə/ in the International Phonetic Alphabet.
- Is "Askese" der, die, or das?
- "Askese" is a feminine noun, so it takes the article "die".
- What part of speech is "Askese"?
- "Askese" is a noun in German.
