Kommunion

First Communion

noun koh-moo-NYOHN Rare

Origin: from Latin communio

Also means

Holy Communion; the Eucharist

Usage Note

Kommunion in everyday German most often refers to Erste Kommunion — the first reception of the Eucharist by a Catholic child, typically at age seven to nine. It is an important family and community celebration in Catholic regions of Germany.

Examples

"Zur Kommunion bekam das Mädchen ein weißes Kleid und einen Rosenkranz."

Natural Translation

For her First Communion the girl received a white dress and a rosary.

Literal Translation

To the Communion received the girl a white dress and a rosary.

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