Calvary in French
Calvary in French is Calvaire, calvaire — Calvary means the hill just outside Jerusalem where, according to Christian tradition, Jesus was crucified.
Calvary in French
Calvaire
The hill outside Jerusalem which is traditionally held to be the location of the crucifixion of Jesus.
calvaire
What does "Calvary" mean?
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noun The hill just outside Jerusalem where, according to Christian tradition, Jesus was crucified.
"Pilgrims retrace the route to Calvary every Easter."
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noun A period of intense suffering or hardship.
"Losing the business felt like his own personal calvary."
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Calvary in a sentence
- Pilgrims retrace the route to Calvary every Easter.
- Losing the business felt like his own personal calvary.
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What is "Calvary" in French?
"Calvary" in French is Calvaire, calvaire. Calvary means: The hill just outside Jerusalem where, according to Christian tradition, Jesus was crucified.
How do you use "Calvary" in a sentence?
Example: "Pilgrims retrace the route to Calvary every Easter." In French, "Calvary" is Calvaire, calvaire.
Are there other ways to say "Calvary" in French?
Yes — French has 2 translations listed for "Calvary": Calvaire, calvaire.
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