Karner
derNounossuary, charnel house
English translations
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Karner
Word details
- German meaning
- Ein Karner ist ein Beinhaus, oft ein kleiner, sakraler Bau zur Aufbewahrung von Gebeinen.
- English meaning
- charnel house, ossuary
- German example
- Der Karner befindet sich neben der Kirche.
- English example
- The charnel house is located next to the church.
- Type
- Noun
- Article
- der
- Singular Form
- der Karner
- Plural Form
- die Karner
Example sentences with “Karner”
Der alte Karner steht neben der Kirche. (The old ossuary stands next to the church.)
Frequently asked questions
What is a Karner?
A Karner is an ossuary, often found in southern German or Austrian churchyards. It is masculine (der Karner).