chapel
5 synonyms and 0 antonyms for chapel, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A small place of worship, often attached to or part of a larger building such as a school, hospital, or castle.
Synonyms
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
How to use chapel
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
Etymology
From Old French chapele, from Late Latin cappella ("little cloak"), originally referring to the shrine that housed St Martin's cloak.
Full origin of chapel →Frequently asked questions
What does “chapel” mean?
The word “chapel” means a small place of worship, often attached to or part of a larger building such as a school, hospital, or castle. In plain terms, a small church or place of worship, often part of a bigger institution.
How do you pronounce “chapel”?
“Chapel” is pronounced CHAP-uhl (/ˈt͡ʃæp.əl/ in IPA).
How do you use “chapel” in a sentence?
Here is “chapel” used in a sentence: “The couple got married in a tiny chapel by the sea.”
What part of speech is “chapel”?
“Chapel” is a noun.
Where does the word “chapel” come from?
The word “chapel” comes from Late Latin. From Old French chapele, from Late Latin cappella ("little cloak"), originally referring to the shrine that housed St Martin's cloak.
Is “chapel” a common word?
“Chapel” is a fairly common word in modern English.
How many meanings does “chapel” have?
“Chapel” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a small place of worship, often attached to or part of a larger building such as a school, hospital, or castle.
What is the difference between a chapel and a church?
A church is usually an independent building where a congregation regularly worships, while a chapel is a smaller place of worship, often attached to or contained within a larger building such as a school, hospital, or castle. Chapels also exist inside large churches and cathedrals as distinct areas with their own altars.
What is a chapel of rest?
A chapel of rest is a room at a funeral home where a deceased person lies before the funeral, so that family and friends can visit and pay their respects privately. Despite the name, it is not necessarily religious. The term is used mainly in British English.
What is the difference between a chapel and a cathedral?
Size and function distinguish them. A cathedral is the principal church of a diocese and contains the bishop's official seat, making it typically the largest and most important church in its area, while a chapel is a small place of worship that often forms part of another building. A cathedral may itself contain several chapels.
Can you get married in a chapel?
Yes — chapels are popular wedding venues, and the phrase "wedding chapel" refers to a venue dedicated to marriage ceremonies. Whether a legally binding wedding can take place in a particular chapel depends on local law and whether the building is registered or licensed for marriages, so couples normally confirm this with the venue first.