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neuter

ˈoːstɐn

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#1627 by frequencyCore 5000

Translation

Easter

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Word origin

The origin is genuinely debated among historians.

Origin: Old High German
Root: ôstarûn

Grammar

Genderneuter

Examples

We always celebrate Easter at my grandparents'.

The weather is usually good at Easter.

bemalt.

The children painted eggs for Easter.

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