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
Composed of 'grün' (green) and 'Donnerstag' (Thursday). The 'green' might refer to the liturgical color, the tradition of eating green vegetables, or an old word for 'grieve'.
Memory Tips
Think of it as 'Green Thursday'. This simple, literal translation makes it easy to recall, even if the true etymology is complex.