Word
lutherans
Phoneticsluther·ans
/ˈɫuθɝənz/
Countable noun
Definition
n. people who are Christians in the church that follows Martin Luther. You find them in many countries, and they read the Bible and meet for worship on Sundays.
n. members of a Protestant Christian denomination following the theology of Martin Luther, centred on justification by faith and the authority of scripture.
Examples
“Many Lutherans go to church on Sundays.”
“The Lutherans in our town run a food bank and invite neighbours of all faiths to help.”
“Descended from the Reformation movement inspired by Martin Luther, Lutherans today span liberal to conservative congregations yet share an emphasis on grace and scripture.”
Examples
simple
“Many Lutherans go to church on Sundays.”
contextual
“The Lutherans in our town run a food bank and invite neighbours of all faiths to help.”
complex
“Descended from the Reformation movement inspired by Martin Luther, Lutherans today span liberal to conservative congregations yet share an emphasis on grace and scripture.”
Collocations
Common phrases and expressions where native English speakers use the word “lutherans” in context.
Verb
01. lutherans believe
“Lutherans believe the Bible is central to their faith.”
noun + verb
02. lutherans gather
“Lutherans gather for prayer and singing each week.”
noun + verb
03. lutherans worship
“Lutherans worship together every Sunday morning.”
noun + verb
Adjective
04. conservative lutherans
“Conservative lutherans prefer traditional hymns and services.”
adj + noun
05. german lutherans
“Many German lutherans attend services in historic city churches.”
adj + noun
06. liberal lutherans
“Liberal lutherans often support modern social reforms.”
adj + noun
Noun
07. community of lutherans
“The community of lutherans welcomed the new family warmly.”
noun + prep + noun
08. group of lutherans
“A small group of lutherans meets in our town hall.”
noun + prep + noun
09. majority of lutherans
“The majority of lutherans in Sweden belong to the national church.”
noun + prep + noun
10. lutherans gather for worship
“Lutherans gather for worship and sing hymns together.”
11. lutherans read the bible
“Lutherans read the Bible and discuss its meaning together.”
12. many lutherans attend church
“Many lutherans attend church with their families on Sundays.”
Related words
- Exam level
- CambridgeCambridgeCambridge English QualificationsThe exam suite from Cambridge University Press & Assessment, from A1 Movers up to C2 Proficiency. The benchmark names double as CEFR labels.B2 FirstIELTSIELTSInternational English Language Testing SystemThe 0–9 band test co-owned by the British Council, IDP, and Cambridge. Used for university entry, work, and migration.5.5–6.5TOEFL iBTTOEFL iBTTest of English as a Foreign Language, Internet-Based TestETS's academic English test, the standard route for US university admissions. Scored 0–120, with a 1–6 scale since 2026.1–6 scale: 4.0–4.572–94TOEICTOEICTest of English for International CommunicationETS's workplace English test, big in Japan and Korea. Listening & Reading scores 10–990 and tops out at C1.785–944
- Frequency
- Occasional
- Level
- B2 · Upper Intermediate
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