noun
religion
B1
Religion (die, Pl. Religionen) means 'religion'—a system of beliefs, practices, or faith. Common collocations: die Religion ausüben, einer Religion angehören, or in der Religion. Feminine noun with plural Religionen; regular declension, no reflexive form or special auxiliary verbs, used in societal contexts.
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Die Religionsfreiheit ist ein wichtiges Grundrecht.
Freedom of religion is an important fundamental right.
Während der Diskussion sprachen die Politiker über Religion, sodass das Publikum aufmerksam zuhörte und Fragen stellte.
During the discussion the politicians spoke about religion, so the audience listened attentively and asked questions.
Die Religion spielt in vielen Kulturen eine wichtige Rolle.
Religion plays an important role in many cultures.
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Imagine a globe with many people around it practicing different faiths — that image = Religion.
Sounds like the English word 'religion' — same root and meaning.
Die — nouns ending in -ion are usually feminine in German. Visualize a female figure (die) holding a holy book to remember 'die Religion'.
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Direct cognate with English 'religion'. Be aware that in some contexts 'Religionsgemeinschaft' or 'Glaube' might be used for more specific senses (religious community, faith).