Gegenreformation/ˈɡeːɡn̩ʁefɔʁmaˈt͡si̯oːn/Counter-Reformation
Gegenreformation is a German noun that means Counter-Reformation. It is pronounced /ˈɡeːɡn̩ʁefɔʁmaˈt͡si̯oːn/. As a noun it takes the article "die".
Definitions
1.the Catholic movement opposing the Protestant Reformation in the 16th and 17th centuries(history)
a.the Catholic reforming movement launched in response to the Protestant Reformation
Die Gegenreformation begann im 16. Jahrhundert und prägte die Geschichte Europas maßgeblich.—The Counter-Reformation began in the 16th century and decisively shaped the history of Europe.
b.the period of religious and political conflict resulting from this movement
Während der Gegenreformation kam es zu zahlreichen Auseinandersetzungen zwischen Katholiken und Protestanten.—During the Counter-Reformation, there were numerous conflicts between Catholics and Protestants.
Declension
Genderfeminine
| Singular | Plural | |
|---|---|---|
| Nominative | die Gegenreformation | — |
| Genitive | der Gegenreformation | — |
| Dative | der Gegenreformation | — |
| Accusative | die Gegenreformation | — |
Frequently asked questions
- What does "Gegenreformation" mean in English?
- "Gegenreformation" means Counter-Reformation. It is a German noun.
- How do you pronounce "Gegenreformation"?
- "Gegenreformation" is pronounced /ˈɡeːɡn̩ʁefɔʁmaˈt͡si̯oːn/ in the International Phonetic Alphabet.
- Is "Gegenreformation" der, die, or das?
- "Gegenreformation" is a feminine noun, so it takes the article "die".
- What part of speech is "Gegenreformation"?
- "Gegenreformation" is a noun in German.
