Ramadan
der Ramadan, die Ramadane
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Ramadan
The ninth month of the Islamic lunar calendar, during which devout Muslims fast from dawn until sunset. Ramadan is also an important time for prayer and religious reflection.
Im Ramadan verzichten viele Muslime tagsüber auf Essen und Trinken.
During Ramadan, many Muslims abstain from eating and drinking during the day.
| gender | masculine der |
|---|---|
| plural | die Ramadane |
| genitive | des Ramadan |
| singular | plural | |
|---|---|---|
| nominative | der Ramadan | die Ramadane |
| accusative | den Ramadan | die Ramadane |
| dative | dem Ramadan | den Ramadanen |
| genitive | des Ramadan des Ramadans | der Ramadane |
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Ramadan follows the Islamic lunar calendar and therefore begins approximately ten to twelve days earlier each year in the Gregorian calendar. As a result, its season shifts over the years.
Im Jahr 2030 beginnt der Ramadan voraussichtlich im Winter.
In 2030, Ramadan is expected to begin in winter.
Der Ramadan fiel vor einigen Jahren noch in den Sommer.
A few years ago, Ramadan still fell in summer.
Common collocations include „im Ramadan fasten“ (to fast during Ramadan), „den Ramadan beginnen“ (to begin Ramadan), and „das Ende des Ramadan“ (the end of Ramadan). „Der Ramadan endet“ (Ramadan ends) is also frequently used.
Viele Menschen fasten im Ramadan gemeinsam mit ihrer Familie.
Many people fast during Ramadan together with their families.
Das Ende des Ramadan wird in vielen Gemeinden mit einem Fest gefeiert.
In many communities, the end of Ramadan is celebrated with a festival.
The time expression „im Ramadan“ (during Ramadan) is used especially often. It refers to a period within this month.
Im Ramadan ändern viele Familien ihren Tagesablauf.
During Ramadan, many families change their daily routine.
Die Moschee bietet im Ramadan zusätzliche Gebete an.
The mosque offers additional prayers during Ramadan.
