hosanna
What is another word for hosanna? Here is its meaning, with related words and examples.
Interjection — A shout of praise or joyful worship, especially in Christian and Jewish religious tradition.
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Etymology
From Greek hōsanná, borrowed from Aramaic and ultimately Hebrew hoshia na, meaning "please save (us)" — originally a plea that became a cry of praise.
Full origin of hosanna →Frequently asked questions
What does “hosanna” mean?
The word “hosanna” means a shout of praise or joyful worship, especially in Christian and Jewish religious tradition. In plain terms, a joyful shout of praise used in worship, especially around Palm Sunday.
How do you pronounce “hosanna”?
“Hosanna” is pronounced hoh-ZA-nuh (/hoʊˈzænə/ in IPA).
How do you use “hosanna” in a sentence?
Here is “hosanna” used in a sentence: “The congregation sang "hosanna" as the procession entered the church.”
What part of speech is “hosanna”?
Depending on how it is used, “hosanna” can be an interjection and a noun.
Where does the word “hosanna” come from?
The word “hosanna” comes from Hebrew. From Greek hōsanná, borrowed from Aramaic and ultimately Hebrew hoshia na, meaning "please save (us)" — originally a plea that became a cry of praise.
How many meanings does “hosanna” have?
“Hosanna” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a shout of praise or joyful worship, especially in Christian and Jewish religious tradition.
