der Karfreitag
Translation
Good Friday
Examples
An Karfreitag gedenken Christen des Todes Jesu.
On Good Friday, Christians commemorate the death of Jesus.
Karfreitag ist in Deutschland ein gesetzlicher Feiertag.
Good Friday is a public holiday in Germany.
Grammar Patterns
((on)) on Good Friday On Karfreitag, many shops are closed.
Similar Words
Etymology
From Old High German 'kara' (grief, mourning) and 'Freitag' (Friday). It means 'Sorrowful Friday'.
Memory Tips
Think of 'care' or 'cark' (an old word for anxiety/grief) on a Friday, linking to the solemn nature of Good Friday.