dieReformation/ʁefɔʁmaˈt͡si̯oːn/Reformation; religious reform movement
Reformation is a German noun that means Reformation or religious reform movement. It is pronounced /ʁefɔʁmaˈt͡si̯oːn/. As a noun it takes the article "die", with the plural form "Reformationen".
Definitions
1.the religious reform movement in the 16th century, especially initiated by Martin Luther, leading to the founding of Protestant churches(history, religion)
a.the historical period and changes resulting from this movement
Die Reformation hatte einen tiefgreifenden Einfluss auf die europäische Geschichte.—The Reformation had a profound impact on European history.
2.a fundamental change or reform, often used in a societal or institutional context(general, formal)
a.structural or profound improvement
Die Reformation des Bildungssystems ist dringend notwendig.—Reform of the education system is urgently needed.
Declension
Genderfeminine
| Singular | Plural | |
|---|---|---|
| Nominative | die Reformation | die Reformationen |
| Genitive | der Reformation | der Reformationen |
| Dative | der Reformation | den Reformationen |
| Accusative | die Reformation | die Reformationen |
Frequently asked questions
- What does "Reformation" mean in English?
- "Reformation" means Reformation or religious reform movement. It is a German noun.
- How do you pronounce "Reformation"?
- "Reformation" is pronounced /ʁefɔʁmaˈt͡si̯oːn/ in the International Phonetic Alphabet.
- Is "Reformation" der, die, or das?
- "Reformation" is a feminine noun, so it takes the article "die".
- What is the plural of "Reformation"?
- The plural of "Reformation" is "Reformationen".
- What part of speech is "Reformation"?
- "Reformation" is a noun in German.
