Jungfernkranz

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German

Etymology

From Jungfer (virgin) +‎ Kranz (wreath).

Pronunciation

  • IPA(key): /ˈjʊŋfərnˌkran(t)s/,
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Noun

Jungfernkranz m (strong, genitive Jungfernkranzes, plural Jungfernkränze)

  1. (chiefly historical) a wreath, chaplet, garland, usually of myrtle, worn by maidens at festivals
    Synonym: Myrtenkranz

Usage notes

  • The tradition is now restricted to brides and girls going to First Communion (except perhaps as part of certain traditional costumes in folklore).

Declension

See also

Further reading

  • Jungfernkranz” in Digitales Wörterbuch der deutschen Sprache