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oracle in German

oracle in German is Orakel, Orakelspruch, orakeln — oracle means in ancient religion, a shrine or priest through whom a god was believed to answer questions or give prophecy — or the prophecy itself.

oracle in German

Orakel
noun
Orakel
noun
A prophetic response, often enigmatic or allegorical, so given.
Orakelspruch
noun
A prophetic response, often enigmatic or allegorical, so given.
orakeln
verb
(obsolete) To utter oracles or prophecies.

What does "oracle" mean?

  1. noun In ancient religion, a shrine or priest through whom a god was believed to answer questions or give prophecy — or the prophecy itself.
    "The ancient Greeks traveled to Delphi to consult the oracle."
  2. noun A person regarded as an especially wise or authoritative source of guidance.
    "Colleagues treated her as the office oracle whenever a tricky decision came up."

oracle in a sentence

  • The ancient Greeks traveled to Delphi to consult the oracle.
  • Colleagues treated her as the office oracle whenever a tricky decision came up.

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Frequently asked questions

What is "oracle" in German?

"oracle" in German is Orakel, Orakelspruch, orakeln. oracle means: In ancient religion, a shrine or priest through whom a god was believed to answer questions or give prophecy — or the prophecy itself.

How do you use "oracle" in a sentence?

Example: "The ancient Greeks traveled to Delphi to consult the oracle." In German, "oracle" is Orakel, Orakelspruch, orakeln.

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

Yes — German has 3 translations listed for "oracle": Orakel, Orakelspruch, orakeln.

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