No. 4,848 in German
abt
"Abt" means "abbot," the head of an abbey in a monastic community.
In a sentence
Der Abt des Klosters hielt eine bedeutende Predigt.
The abbot of the monastery gave an important sermon.
'Abt' here is used to denote the title of the leader of a monastery, showcasing its use as a noun.
Im Mittelalter hatte der Abt oft politische Macht.
In the Middle Ages, the abbot often held political power.
'Abt' illustrates its historical context, signifying its role and influence during medieval times.
Wir besuchten das Kloster und sprachen mit dem freundlichen Abt.
We visited the monastery and talked to the friendly abbot.
'Abt' here signals interaction with the person holding the position, emphasizing respect and social engagement.
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