Ostjude

derNoun

Eastern European Jew

English translations

  1. 01

    ⚠️ This content is inappropriate.⚠️ Eastern Jew

Word details

German meaning
Ostjude ist eine historische, oft abwertende Bezeichnung für Juden, die aus Osteuropa stammen.
English meaning
'Ostjude' is a historical, often derogatory term for Jews originating from Eastern Europe.
Synonym
None
German example
Die Bezeichnung 'Ostjude' hat oft eine negative Konnotation und sollte vermieden werden.
English example
The term 'Ostjude' often has a negative connotation and should be avoided.
Type
Noun
Article
der
Singular Form
der Ostjude
Plural Form
die Ostjuden

Example sentences with “Ostjude”

  1. Der Begriff Ostjude wurde historisch unterschiedlich verwendet. (The term Ostjude was used differently throughout history.)

Frequently asked questions

Is this term sensitive?

Yes, it has a complex historical and often problematic connotation depending on the context.