die Karwoche
Translation
Holy Week, Passion Week
Examples
In der Karwoche gedenken Christen des Leidens Jesu.
During Holy Week, Christians commemorate the passion of Jesus.
Die Karwoche beginnt mit dem Palmsonntag.
Holy Week begins on Palm Sunday.
Grammar Patterns
((Noun)) Holy Week During Holy Week, Christians commemorate the passion of Jesus.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Heilige Woche
Etymology
From Old High German 'kara' (grief, lament) + 'Woche' (week). Literally means 'week of sorrow'.
Memory Tips
Break it down: 'Kar' (sorrow) + 'Woche' (week). Imagine a week of sorrow and commemoration before Easter.