der Moslem
Muslim
A follower of the religion of Islam. The more common and often preferred term today is 'Muslim' (Muslim).
EXAMPLE
Als gläubiger Moslem fastet er während des Ramadan.
As a devout Muslim, he fasts during Ramadan.
der Moslem
Muslim
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Meanings
Usage tips
Register and style
The use of the word 'Moslem' (Muslim) has changed over time. In today's public discourse, some people perceive it as outdated, and it is used less often in official contexts.
EXAMPLE
Die Ausstellung zeigte Kunst und Kultur aus Ländern mit vielen Moslems.
The exhibition showed art and culture from countries with many Muslims.
Word family
The related adjective is 'moslemisch' (Muslim/Islamic). It is used to refer to the culture, traditions, or way of life of Muslims.
EXAMPLE
Viele moslemische Feste richten sich nach dem Mondkalender.
Many Muslim holidays follow the lunar calendar.
Typical collocations
To describe the degree of religiousness, 'Moslem' (Muslim) is often combined with adjectives such as 'gläubig' (devout), 'praktizierend' (practicing), or 'fromm' (pious).
EXAMPLE
Er ist ein praktizierender Moslem und betet fünfmal am Tag.
He is a practicing Muslim and prays five times a day.
Compare with
Moslem vs Muslim
Muslim
Here, Muslim and Moslem both refer to a follower of Islam. Muslim is the more common and often preferred form today. Moslem has the same basic meaning, but it may be perceived as outdated or less appropriate.
Moslem
In dem älteren Zeitungsartikel wird der Mann als Moslem bezeichnet.
The man is referred to as Muslim in the older newspaper article.
Muslim
Im aktuellen Zeitungsartikel wird der Mann als Muslim bezeichnet.
The man is referred to as Muslim in the current newspaper article.
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