deaconess in German

deaconess in German is Diakonisse, Diakonissin, Diakonin — deaconess means a role held by women in some churches that is not part of the ordained clergy.

deaconess in German

Diakonisse

noun

(Christianity, rare) A female deacon.

Diakonissin

noun

(Christianity, rare) A female deacon.

Diakonin

noun

(Christianity, rare) A female deacon.

What does "deaconess" mean?

noun A role held by women in some churches that is not part of the ordained clergy.
noun A woman who holds the rank of deacon.
noun A woman who served the Christian community in its earliest years.
noun A nun responsible for looking after a convent's altar.

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Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

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Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

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What is "deaconess" in German?

"deaconess" in German is Diakonisse, Diakonissin, Diakonin. deaconess means: A role held by women in some churches that is not part of the ordained clergy.

Are there other ways to say "deaconess" in German?

Yes — German has 3 translations listed for "deaconess": Diakonisse, Diakonissin, Diakonin.

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