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Kirchenlied

hymn; church song

noun KEER-khn-leet Rare
Arts & Culture Religion

Usage Note

Kirchenlied is a song sung in a church service, whether a traditional chorale or modern worship song. The German Lutheran tradition is especially rich in Kirchenlieder: ein Kirchenlied anstimmen, das Gesangbuch mit Kirchenliedern.

Examples

"Die Gemeinde sang das vertraute Kirchenlied aus dem Gesangbuch."

Natural Translation

The congregation sang the familiar hymn from the hymnal.

Literal Translation

The congregation sang the familiar church song from the hymnal.

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