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confirmation in German

confirmation in German is Bestätigung, Firmung, Konfirmation — confirmation means proof or a statement that something is true or has been agreed.

confirmation in German

Bestätigung
noun
Firmung
noun
A ceremony of sealing and conscious acknowledgement of the faith in many Christian churches, typically around the ages of 14 to 18; considered a sacrament in some churches, including Catholicism, but not in most Protestant churches.
Konfirmation
noun
A ceremony of sealing and conscious acknowledgement of the faith in many Christian churches, typically around the ages of 14 to 18; considered a sacrament in some churches, including Catholicism, but not in most Protestant churches.

What does "confirmation" mean?

  1. noun Proof or a statement that something is true or has been agreed.
    "I need written confirmation that the parcel has been delivered."
  2. noun A religious ceremony in which a person formally affirms their faith.
    "The bishop will lead the confirmation service on Sunday morning."
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confirmation in a sentence

  • I need written confirmation that the parcel has been delivered.
  • She received an email confirmation of her flight.
  • The bishop will lead the confirmation service on Sunday morning.
  • Her cousin wore a white dress for her confirmation.

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What is "confirmation" in German?
"confirmation" in German is Bestätigung, Firmung, Konfirmation. confirmation means: Proof or a statement that something is true or has been agreed.
How do you use "confirmation" in a sentence?
Example: "I need written confirmation that the parcel has been delivered." In German, "confirmation" is Bestätigung, Firmung, Konfirmation.
Are there other ways to say "confirmation" in German?
Yes — German has 3 translations listed for "confirmation": Bestätigung, Firmung, Konfirmation.
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