der Rabbi
rabbi
A Jewish scholar and religious teacher who often serves as the spiritual leader of a community.
EXAMPLE
Der Rabbi hielt in der Synagoge eine Predigt zum Feiertag.
The rabbi gave a sermon in the synagogue for the holiday.
der Rabbi
rabbi
der Rabbi, die Rabbinen
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Meanings
Forms
Forms adapted from the German Wiktionary entry Rabbi, by Wiktionary contributors, licence CC BY-SA 4.0.
At a glance
| gender | masculine der |
|---|---|
| plural | die Rabbinen |
| genitive | des Rabbis |
The four cases
| singular | plural | |
|---|---|---|
| nominative | der Rabbi | die Rabbinen die Rabbis |
| accusative | den Rabbi | die Rabbinen die Rabbis |
| dative | dem Rabbi | den Rabbinen den Rabbis |
| genitive | des Rabbis | der Rabbinen der Rabbis |
The article changes with the case; it is shown in colour.
Usage tips
Specific context
The word 'Rabbi' (rabbi) is used exclusively in the context of Judaism. It refers to the spiritual leader of a Jewish community.
EXAMPLE
Die Gemeinde begrüßte ihren neuen Rabbi mit einer Feier.
The community welcomed its new rabbi with a celebration.
Cultural context
A rabbi is not only a preacher, but also a scholar who interprets religious texts and an important point of contact for the members of their community.
EXAMPLE
Viele Menschen suchen den Rabbi auf, um persönlichen Rat zu erhalten.
Many people go to the rabbi to receive personal advice.
Typical collocations
Common phrases are 'der Rabbi der Gemeinde' (the rabbi of the community), 'mit dem Rabbi sprechen' (to speak with the rabbi), or 'den Rabbi um Rat fragen' (to ask the rabbi for advice).
EXAMPLE
Vor der Hochzeit sprach das Paar lange mit dem Rabbi.
Before the wedding, the couple spoke with the rabbi for a long time.
Compare with
Rabbi vs Rabbiner
rabbi
Both words refer to a Jewish scholar or religious leader. In German, „Rabbi“ sounds more like a religious title or form of address, while „Rabbiner“ is the usual term for the person in this role. „Rabbiner“ is therefore usually more suitable when describing the leader of a community; „Rabbi“ can be used as a title.
Rabbi
Die Gäste begrüßten den Rabbi nach dem Gottesdienst mit großem Respekt.
The guests greeted the rabbi with great respect after the service.
Rabbiner
Der Rabbiner leitete den Gottesdienst und erklärte anschließend ein religiöses Gesetz.
The rabbi led the service and then explained a religious law.
In real life
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