der Gründonnerstag
Translation
Maundy Thursday, Holy Thursday
Examples
Am Gründonnerstag essen wir traditionell grünes Gemüse.
On Maundy Thursday, we traditionally eat green vegetables.
Der Gründonnerstag ist der Donnerstag vor Ostern.
Maundy Thursday is the Thursday before Easter.
Grammar Patterns
der Gründonnerstag Maundy Thursday Maundy Thursday marks the beginning of the Easter weekend.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Hoher Donnerstag (High Thursday)
Etymology
A compound of 'grün' (green) and 'Donnerstag' (Thursday). The origin of 'green' is debated, possibly from the custom of eating green herbs or from an old word for 'mourning'.
Memory Tips
Literally 'Green Thursday'. Picture eating green vegetables like spinach on the Thursday before Easter to remember the name.